HARRRCH! Greetings from our bronchitis ward! With the whole family, including your hosts, suffering from all sorts of respiratory unpleasantness … we’re going to bring back our show about navigating the challenges of sickness in your family. We hope to be healthy and “back in the saddle” soon! ~ Hal and Melanie

The traditional wedding vows include the promise to love and cherish one another “in sickness and in health.” Yet most of us come to our wedding without a lot of personal experience of serious, life-disrupting illness. We accept the vow but don’t have much practical knowledge of what that may look like.

“We’ve got kids who’ve had broken bones, we’ve had a child was born with a congenital heart defect. We have had all kinds of bizarre and strange problems over the years. And yet I don’t think of us as a sickly family, … Here’s the thing. We make that promise up front that we’re going to be there for one another. We’re going to love one another even when we’re sick and you know that that’s really a practical manner. That’s really the rubber meets the road there because you know, that’s when the loving feelings just aren’t there.

“You know that you don’t have warm, fluffy feeling when one of you is throwing up in the bathroom, the romance is not in the picture at that point. And yet, …

“Do you remember when I got food poisoning? … We had only been married a matter of weeks. I will never forget that feeling of being in the bathroom throwing up and feeling such a nasty mess, and I was a newlywed! I was used to trying to be pretty and everything and I felt … so helpless. And I remember you wetting a washcloth and washing my face off and I tell you what — I felt some love for you. I felt a huge wave of affection for you.

Love is about doing. It’s not about feeling.

It’s an action, a choice of our behavior toward another person rather than purely a reflection of our feelings at the moment.

“That’s an important thing to remember. You know that over and over again in Scripture, love works its way out in our actions, not just in the butterfly kind of fluffy feelings. I mean, those are there, that’s great when they’re there; but when you’re absolutely beat by chemotherapy, when you are recovering from a really difficult pregnancy, or whatever … something else comes into play than just the animal attraction.”

“You know what true love is—it’s putting someone else’s feelings and needs ahead of your own, right? There’s a passage starting in Ecclesiastes 4:9 – it says, ‘Two are better than one because they have a good reward for their labor, for if they fall, one will lift up his companion; but woe to him who was alone when he falls and he gas no one to help him up again. If two lie down together, they will keep warm, but how can one be warm alone? Though one may be overpowered by another, two can withstand him and a threefold cord is not quickly broken.’”

“You know that the two of us in marriage together, if one of us has a need, the other one can step up and meet it. I’ll be strong one day or week or even year. And you’ll be strong another one. Can we just take turns? And in that threefold cord that’s not quickly broken — when we have the Lord to rely on, we are strong.”

Special Thanks to Our Network Sponsor – Christian Standard Bible

The Christian Standard Bible captures the Bible’s original meaning without compromising clarity. An optimal blend of accuracy and readability, this translation helps readers make a deeper connection with God’s Word and inspires lifelong discipleship. The CSB is for everyone—for readers young and old, new and seasoned. It’s a Bible pastors can preach from and a Bible you can share with your neighbor hearing God’s Word for the very first time.

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/597043366/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/feed/0HARRRCH! Greetings from our bronchitis ward! With the whole family, including your hosts, suffering from all sorts of respiratory unpleasantness ... we're going to bring back our show about navigating the challenges of sickness in your family.

HARRRCH! Greetings from our bronchitis ward! With the whole family, including your hosts, suffering from all sorts of respiratory unpleasantness ... we're going to bring back our show about navigating the challenges of sickness in your family. We hope to be healthy and "back in the saddle" soon! ~ Hal and Melanie

The traditional wedding vows include the promise to love and cherish one another “in sickness and in health.” Yet most of us come to our wedding without a lot of personal experience of serious, life-disrupting illness. We accept the vow but don’t have much practical knowledge of what that may look like.
“We've got kids who've had broken bones, we've had a child was born with a congenital heart defect. We have had all kinds of bizarre and strange problems over the years. And yet I don't think of us as a sickly family, … Here's the thing. We make that promise up front that we're going to be there for one another. We're going to love one another even when we're sick and you know that that's really a practical manner. That's really the rubber meets the road there because you know, that's when the loving feelings just aren't there.

“You know that you don't have warm, fluffy feeling when one of you is throwing up in the bathroom, the romance is not in the picture at that point. And yet, …

“Do you remember when I got food poisoning? … We had only been married a matter of weeks. I will never forget that feeling of being in the bathroom throwing up and feeling such a nasty mess, and I was a newlywed! I was used to trying to be pretty and everything and I felt … so helpless. And I remember you wetting a washcloth and washing my face off and I tell you what -- I felt some love for you. I felt a huge wave of affection for you.

Love is about doing. It’s not about feeling.
It’s an action, a choice of our behavior toward another person rather than purely a reflection of our feelings at the moment.

“That’s an important thing to remember. You know that over and over again in Scripture, love works its way out in our actions, not just in the butterfly kind of fluffy feelings. I mean, those are there, that’s great when they’re there; but when you’re absolutely beat by chemotherapy, when you are recovering from a really difficult pregnancy, or whatever … something else comes into play than just the animal attraction.”

“You know what true love is—it’s putting someone else’s feelings and needs ahead of your own, right? There’s a passage starting in Ecclesiastes 4:9 – it says, ‘Two are better than one because they have a good reward for their labor, for if they fall, one will lift up his companion; but woe to him who was alone when he falls and he gas no one to help him up again. If two lie down together, they will keep warm, but how can one be warm alone? Though one may be overpowered by another, two can withstand him and a threefold cord is not quickly broken.’”
“You know that the two of us in marriage together, if one of us has a need, the other one can step up and meet it. I'll be strong one day or week or even year. And you'll be strong another one. Can we just take turns? And in that threefold cord that's not quickly broken -- when we have the Lord to rely on, we are strong.”

Special Thanks to Our Network Sponsor - Christian Standard Bible
The Christian Standard Bible captures the Bible’s original meaning without compromising clarity. An optimal blend of accuracy and readability, this translation helps readers make a deeper connection with God’s Word and inspires lifelong discipleship.]]>Hal Young and Melanie Youngclean34:11https://media.blubrry.com/uhsrnetwork/media.blubrry.com/practicalchristianfamily/media.blubrry.com/uhsrnetwork/content.blubrry.com/uhsrnetwork/MBFLP_221-Love_in_a_Time_of_Sickness_R_.mp3https://ultimateradioshow.com/homeschooling/Things We’re Glad We Did Homeschooling – MBFLP 220https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/595433404/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/
https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/595433404/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#respondThu, 31 Jan 2019 04:54:52 +0000https://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=36329It’s human nature – everybody has things they regret, or at least, things they’d do differently if they could. But a thoughtful reader told us she was tired of hearing everybody’s regrets – what about things we did homeschooling that turned out well, or even better than we expected? This episode we share several things […]

It’s human nature – everybody has things they regret, or at least, things they’d do differently if they could. But a thoughtful reader told us she was tired of hearing everybody’s regrets – what about things we did homeschooling that turned out well, or even better than we expected?

This episode we share several things that made our homeschooling adventure more enjoyable, less anxious, and more effective for everybody. And even if you’ve been homeschooling for years and years, you’ll find useful ideas even veterans can use!

One Decision We Live With Every Day!

We each had a personal library of favorite books when we got married, but as young parents we started acquiring books for our children, too. Our kids have grown up with lots of bookssurrounded by books absolutely swimming in books (consider the impact of eight kids and each has their own growing collection …)

The research is confirming that this is actually a good thing. A study from the Australian National University surveyed 160,000 adults from 31 different countries, from the U.S. and U.K. to Turkey, Japan, and Chile.

Respondents, who ranged in age from 25 to 65, were asked to estimate how many books were in their house when they were 16 years old. The research team was interested in this question because home library size can be a good indicator of what the study authors term “book-oriented socialization.” Participants were able to select from a given range of books that included everything from “10 or less” to “more than 500.”

The surveys, which were taken between 2011 and 2015, showed that the average number of books in participants’ childhood homes was 115, but that number varied widely from country to country. The average library size in Norway was 212 books, for instance; in Turkey, it was 27. Across the board, however, it seemed that more books in the home was linked to higher proficiency in the areas tested by the survey.

Interestingly, the study found that a person who grew up surrounded by books but left school after the ninth grade, has nearly the same literacy scores as a university graduate who didn’t have many books growing up

“So, literacy-wise, bookish adolescence makes up for a good deal of educational advantage,” the study authors write.

NEWS AND INFORMATION

NEW SPEAKING EVENTS: We’ve added three new events to our speaking schedule – next month we’ll be in Danville, Va., on February 22, and in April, Winnsboro, La. on the 7th and Shreveport, La. on the 9th. Would you like to have us speak at your event? Your support group, parents’ club, church, or other gathering? It’s super easy when we’re already on the road. Check out our events page and then drop us a line here – we’d love to hear from you!

Special Thanks to Our Network Sponsor – Christian Standard Bible

The Christian Standard Bible captures the Bible’s original meaning without compromising clarity. An optimal blend of accuracy and readability, this translation helps readers make a deeper connection with God’s Word and inspires lifelong discipleship. The CSB is for everyone—for readers young and old, new and seasoned. It’s a Bible pastors can preach from and a Bible you can share with your neighbor hearing God’s Word for the very first time.

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/595433404/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/feed/0It's human nature - everybody has things they regret, or at least, things they'd do differently if they could. But a thoughtful reader told us she was tired of hearing everybody's regrets - what about things we did homeschooling that turned out well,

It's human nature - everybody has things they regret, or at least, things they'd do differently if they could. But a thoughtful reader told us she was tired of hearing everybody's regrets - what about things we did homeschooling that turned out well, or even better than we expected?

This episode we share several things that made our homeschooling adventure more enjoyable, less anxious, and more effective for everybody. And even if you've been homeschooling for years and years, you'll find useful ideas even veterans can use!
One Decision We Live With Every Day!
We each had a personal library of favorite books when we got married, but as young parents we started acquiring books for our children, too. Our kids have grown up with lots of books surrounded by books absolutely swimming in books (consider the impact of eight kids and each has their own growing collection ...)

The research is confirming that this is actually a good thing. A study from the Australian National University surveyed 160,000 adults from 31 different countries, from the U.S. and U.K. to Turkey, Japan, and Chile.
Respondents, who ranged in age from 25 to 65, were asked to estimate how many books were in their house when they were 16 years old. The research team was interested in this question because home library size can be a good indicator of what the study authors term “book-oriented socialization.” Participants were able to select from a given range of books that included everything from “10 or less” to “more than 500.”

The surveys, which were taken between 2011 and 2015, showed that the average number of books in participants’ childhood homes was 115, but that number varied widely from country to country. The average library size in Norway was 212 books, for instance; in Turkey, it was 27. Across the board, however, it seemed that more books in the home was linked to higher proficiency in the areas tested by the survey.

(Read more at Smithsonian Magazine)
Interestingly, the study found that a person who grew up surrounded by books but left school after the ninth grade, has nearly the same literacy scores as a university graduate who didn't have many books growing up
“So, literacy-wise, bookish adolescence makes up for a good deal of educational advantage,” the study authors write.
How's that for your good news of the day?

NEWS AND INFORMATION
NEW SPEAKING EVENTS: We've added three new events to our speaking schedule - next month we'll be in Danville, Va., on February 22, and in April, Winnsboro, La. on the 7th and Shreveport, La. on the 9th. Would you like to have us speak at your event? Your support group, parents' club, church, or other gathering? It's super easy when we're already on the road. Check out our events page and then drop us a line here - we'd love to hear from you!

Special Thanks to Our Network Sponsor - Christian Standard Bible
The Christian Standard Bible captures the Bible’s original meaning without compromising clarity. An optimal blend of accuracy and readability, this translation helps readers make a deeper connection with God’s Word and inspires lifelong discipleship.]]>Hal Young and Melanie Youngclean30:47https://media.blubrry.com/uhsrnetwork/media.blubrry.com/practicalchristianfamily/media.blubrry.com/uhsrnetwork/content.blubrry.com/uhsrnetwork/MBFLP_220-Things_We_re_Glad_We_Did.mp3https://ultimateradioshow.com/m219/When Adult Kids Move Back Home – MBFLP 219https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/593796164/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/
https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/593796164/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#commentsThu, 24 Jan 2019 03:22:29 +0000https://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=36146What do you do when the adult kids move out … and then come back? It’s not uncommon – the Census Bureau reports that more than one out of three Millennials (ages 18-34) are living at home with their parents. (In some states, it’s nearly 50%!) “A Third of Young Adults Live With Their Parents” […]

This is not unusual historically – when we look back in our family history a hundred years or more, we see it was common for adult children to be living with parents and sharing the work of farm, forge, and kitchen – or for newlyweds to be living with their parents or in-laws for a time, too.

But this has become more common in recent years. Why?

Young people are getting married later – age of first marriage is approaching 30 for men and 27 for women

In 1976, 75% of men and 93% of women were married by age 30

In 2014, it was half that – 32% of men and 46% of women

More Millennials live with their parents than with a spouse

Student loan debt is a serious burden to many, too. The average college graduate with a bachelor’s degree left school with nearly $28,500 in debt

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What do you do when the adult kids move out ... and then come back?
It's not uncommon - the Census Bureau reports that more than one out of three Millennials (ages 18-34) are living at home with their parents. (In some states, it's nearly 50%!)

This is not unusual historically - when we look back in our family history a hundred years or more, we see it was common for adult children to be living with parents and sharing the work of farm, forge, and kitchen - or for newlyweds to be living with their parents or in-laws for a time, too.

But this has become more common in recent years. Why?

Young people are getting married later - age of first marriage is approaching 30 for men and 27 for women

* In 1976, 75% of men and 93% of women were married by age 30
* In 2014, it was half that - 32% of men and 46% of women
* More Millennials live with their parents than with a spouse

Student loan debt is a serious burden to many, too. The average college graduate with a bachelor's degree left school with nearly $28,500 in debt

]]>Hal Young and Melanie Youngclean32:46https://media.blubrry.com/uhsrnetwork/media.blubrry.com/practicalchristianfamily/media.blubrry.com/uhsrnetwork/content.blubrry.com/uhsrnetwork/MBFLP_219-When_Adult_Kids_Move_Back_Home.mp3https://ultimateradioshow.com/m218/Children in “Big Church” – MBLFP 218https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/591591212/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/
https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/591591212/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#respondFri, 11 Jan 2019 03:39:09 +0000https://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=35409 Should children be in the main church service with the big people? We had eight children and we’ve tried to keep them in “big church” with us as much as possible. And we found that, with some wisdom and attention, it’s not only possible, but actually very good – and the kids learn much […]

Should children be in the main church service with the big people? We had eight children and we’ve tried to keep them in “big church” with us as much as possible. And we found that, with some wisdom and attention, it’s not only possible, but actually very good – and the kids learn much more than you might expect! This episode, we’re talking about the why and how of bringing little kids into the worship and teaching of the whole church.

Children and Worship in the Bible

Many churches have separate services for kids, “children’s church,” in addition to nurseries that sometimes include kids well out of the diaper years. We’ve been to churches that strongly encouraged – or even demanded – that children be sent out of the main sanctuary! But what do we see in the Bible?

In both the Old and New Testaments, children are specifically welcomed among the adults in formal and informal times of worship

Moses included children and “little ones” when he gathered the people to hear and re-affirm the covenant (Deuteronomy 29:11)

Even children seven and under were expected to benefit from Scriptural teaching (Deuteronomy 31:10-13)

Very young children were included in other times of worship and prayer (2 Chronicles 20:13, Ezra 10:1, Nehemiah 10:28, Joel 2:16)

Jesus accepted the worship of children when He entered Jerusalem, quoting Psalm 8:2 (Matthew 21:16)

Jesus welcomed children into His presence even when the disciples didn’t (Matthew 19:14, Mark 10:14, Luke 18:16)

Children were present for Jesus’ teaching and miracles (Matthew 14:21, John 6:9)

Jesus taught his disciples they should learn from the simple faith of children (Matthew 18:2-5)

Children are mentioned in gatherings with the apostles, too (Acts 21:5)

Making It Work – For Everybody

We were bringing babies and young children into the services long before it was cool! We were inspired and encouraged by Edith Schaeffer’s books where she described how she had managed her own young family in church, and we decided to try it ourselves. Here’s what we learned:

Remember children are, after all, children. Don’t expect them to act like tiny adults. They will be fidgety, noisy, and childish.

Start at home. Include your children in family devotions. Teach them to sit quietly for prayer. Practice sitting quietly in Mom or Dad’s lap for periods of time while reading the Bible or listening to someone teaching.

Prepare your children to behave appropriately in church. Remind them that there are times to be still and quiet, like during the prayers, and times to stand up and sing with joy. You may want to explain your church’s beliefs about Communion or the Lord’s Supper, whether your child should take part or not.

Teach them to sing. Even a child who can’t read yet can join in the singing if she knows the words. And it’s plain from the Bible that God is delighted to hear the voices of little children singing His praise!

Help the children understand the message. You can whisper a simple explanation or draw illustrations to keep a child interested and learning. Curt and Sandra Lovelace’s book Children in Church has great examples how to do this.

Be sensitive to other worshipers. Some people just aren’t used to normal background noises of children. Sit near a doorway and be ready to quietly remove a fussy child – if they calm down, you might be able to slip back in.

Don’t sell your kids short – if you make a habit of talking about the Lord and His Word at home, like it says in Deuteronomy 6, your kids will grow up with the knowledge and context that helps them understand a Sunday sermon and gain benefit that may surprise you. Go ahead, give it a try!

NEWS AND UPDATES

We’re speaking at the 2019 Virginia Homeschool Convention in Richmond, June 6-8, 2019. CLICK HERE for info about this huge event.

Our Come Away Weekend is a marriage retreat and couples getaway combined. Everything’s included for May 3-5 at beautiful St. Simons Island on the Georgia coast. CLICK HERE to find out more!

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/591591212/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/feed/0 - Should children be in the main church service with the big people? We had eight children and we've tried to keep them in "big church" with us as much as possible. And we found that, with some wisdom and attention, it's not only possible,

Should children be in the main church service with the big people? We had eight children and we've tried to keep them in "big church" with us as much as possible. And we found that, with some wisdom and attention, it's not only possible, but actually very good - and the kids learn much more than you might expect! This episode, we're talking about the why and how of bringing little kids into the worship and teaching of the whole church.
Children and Worship in the Bible
Many churches have separate services for kids, "children's church," in addition to nurseries that sometimes include kids well out of the diaper years. We've been to churches that strongly encouraged - or even demanded - that children be sent out of the main sanctuary! But what do we see in the Bible?

In both the Old and New Testaments, children are specifically welcomed among the adults in formal and informal times of worship

* Moses included children and "little ones" when he gathered the people to hear and re-affirm the covenant (Deuteronomy 29:11)
* Even children seven and under were expected to benefit from Scriptural teaching (Deuteronomy 31:10-13)
* Very young children were included in other times of worship and prayer (2 Chronicles 20:13, Ezra 10:1, Nehemiah 10:28, Joel 2:16)
* Jesus accepted the worship of children when He entered Jerusalem, quoting Psalm 8:2 (Matthew 21:16)
* Jesus welcomed children into His presence even when the disciples didn't (Matthew 19:14, Mark 10:14, Luke 18:16)
* Children were present for Jesus' teaching and miracles (Matthew 14:21, John 6:9)
* Jesus taught his disciples they should learn from the simple faith of children (Matthew 18:2-5)
* Children are mentioned in gatherings with the apostles, too (Acts 21:5)

Making It Work - For Everybody

We were bringing babies and young children into the services long before it was cool! We were inspired and encouraged by Edith Schaeffer's books where she described how she had managed her own young family in church, and we decided to try it ourselves. Here's what we learned:

* Remember children are, after all, children. Don’t expect them to act like tiny adults. They will be fidgety, noisy, and childish.
* Start at home. Include your children in family devotions. Teach them to sit quietly for prayer. Practice sitting quietly in Mom or Dad’s lap for periods of time while reading the Bible or listening to someone teaching.
* Prepare your children to behave appropriately in church. Remind them that there are times to be still and quiet, like during the prayers, and times to stand up and sing with joy. You may want to explain your church’s beliefs about Communion or the Lord’s Supper, whether your child should take part or not.
* Teach them to sing. Even a child who can’t read yet can join in the singing if she knows the words. And it’s plain from the Bible that God is delighted to hear the voices of little children singing His praise!
* Help the children understand the message. You can whisper a simple explanation or draw illustrations to keep a child interested and learning. Curt and Sandra Lovelace's book Children in Church has great examples how to do this.
* Be sensitive to other worshipers. Some people just aren't used to normal background noises of children. Sit near a doorway and be ready to quietly remove a fussy child - if they calm down, you might be able to slip back in.

Don’t sell your kids short – if you make a habit of talking about the Lord and His Word at home, like it says in Deuteronomy 6,]]>Hal Young and Melanie Youngclean31:06https://media.blubrry.com/uhsrnetwork/media.blubrry.com/practicalchristianfamily/media.blubrry.com/uhsrnetwork/content.blubrry.com/uhsrnetwork/MBFLP_218-Little_Kids_in_Big_Church.mp3https://ultimateradioshow.com/five-ways-to-optimize-your-christmas-budget-mbflp-217/Five Ways to Optimize Your Christmas Budget – MBFLP 217https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/583953610/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/
https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/583953610/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#respondThu, 06 Dec 2018 03:40:53 +0000https://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=35276 Whether the economy is strong or struggling, the traditional Christmas gift-buying rush is a major expense. When you’ve got a big family like ours, that only accentuates it! This week, we’re talking about ways we’ve learned to make your Christmas budget go a long way, even with lot of kids and a little bit […]

Whether the economy is strong or struggling, the traditional Christmas gift-buying rush is a major expense. When you’ve got a big family like ours, that only accentuates it! This week, we’re talking about ways we’ve learned to make your Christmas budget go a long way, even with lot of kids and a little bit of money.

Big Family, Small Budget

We have a big family – eight children, and now they’re getting married and bringing new family and grandkids into the mix. So a long time ago, we had to figure out how to budget for a fun Christmas that didn’t bankrupt the whole operation!

We’ve found several concepts that have helped us make the most of our Christmas shopping. Let’s talk about the kids first.

Shopping for the Children

Look for presents which are both educational and fun. There are more than you think!

Find gifts that encourage interaction. Multi-player games can entertain more people than single-player varieties.

Choose gifts that are appropriate for multiple ages. Remember you can team older and younger players together so different ages can have a chance at games. Sometimes you can even give a larger gift for multiple children to share.

Look for creative and constructive gifts. Art supplies, craft kits (see below!), construction toys, model kits, and tools are great ideas. For school-aged kids, we found it was better to buy inexpensive but real tools and supplies rather than the toy varieties that aren’t really useful.

Seek out gifts of lasting value. Toys and games which have been popular for a long time, classic books (for children as well as older readers), clothing that won’t go out of style – these won’t fall out of fashion!

What About Each Other?

Be sure you’re in agreement about shopping – like how much to spend on each other. Be honest … and don’t cheat.

Know your mate’s preferences – practical or whimsical, surprise or planned gifts. The only right answer is the one that makes your mate happy.

Don’t overlook experiences, services, or pre-owned treasures. We’ve done all of these at different times.

Old Christmas is an option. Christmas used to be celebrated on January 6, and some people still observe “the twelve days of Christmas.” When we were newlyweds, we exchanged gifts on Old Christmas – after taking advantage of the year-end clearance sales! Mom and Dad might agree to do this for each other, even while sharing the usual December 25 event with the children.

Pro Tip

Family Gift List – A few years ago, we started a family gift list on Google Docs. We try to keep this updated all year long, with options divided by price range – free things, $5 gifts, $20 gifts, more expensive gifts. This has been a big help as our kids reach for adulthood and have more specific interests and needs. It’s also helpful for birthdays, Valentine’s, Mother’s Day or Father’s Day, and anniversary presents!

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Whether the economy is strong or struggling, the traditional Christmas gift-buying rush is a major expense. When you've got a big family like ours, that only accentuates it! This week, we're talking about ways we've learned to make your Christmas budget go a long way, even with lot of kids and a little bit of money.
Big Family, Small Budget
We have a big family - eight children, and now they're getting married and bringing new family and grandkids into the mix. So a long time ago, we had to figure out how to budget for a fun Christmas that didn't bankrupt the whole operation!

We've found several concepts that have helped us make the most of our Christmas shopping. Let's talk about the kids first.
Shopping for the Children

* Look for presents which are both educational and fun. There are more than you think!
* Find gifts that encourage interaction. Multi-player games can entertain more people than single-player varieties.
* Choose gifts that are appropriate for multiple ages. Remember you can team older and younger players together so different ages can have a chance at games. Sometimes you can even give a larger gift for multiple children to share.
* Look for creative and constructive gifts. Art supplies, craft kits (see below!), construction toys, model kits, and tools are great ideas. For school-aged kids, we found it was better to buy inexpensive but real tools and supplies rather than the toy varieties that aren't really useful.
* Seek out gifts of lasting value. Toys and games which have been popular for a long time, classic books (for children as well as older readers), clothing that won't go out of style - these won't fall out of fashion!

What About Each Other?

* Be sure you're in agreement about shopping - like how much to spend on each other. Be honest ... and don't cheat.
* Know your mate's preferences - practical or whimsical, surprise or planned gifts. The only right answer is the one that makes your mate happy.
* Don't overlook experiences, services, or pre-owned treasures. We've done all of these at different times.
* Old Christmas is an option. Christmas used to be celebrated on January 6, and some people still observe "the twelve days of Christmas." When we were newlyweds, we exchanged gifts on Old Christmas - after taking advantage of the year-end clearance sales! Mom and Dad might agree to do this for each other, even while sharing the usual December 25 event with the children.

Pro Tip
Family Gift List - A few years ago, we started a family gift list on Google Docs. We try to keep this updated all year long, with options divided by price range - free things, $5 gifts, $20 gifts, more expensive gifts. This has been a big help as our kids reach for adulthood and have more specific interests and needs. It's also helpful for birthdays, Valentine's, Mother's Day or Father's Day, and anniversary presents!
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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/577982252/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#respondFri, 02 Nov 2018 02:04:30 +0000https://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=34870The Thanksgiving holiday is the busiest time of year on America’s highways, and you may be driving long hours with little ones on board. How do you manage this so you all arrive at Grandma’s in good spirits? We hit the road in 2010 with seven children in the van and we’re crisscrossing the country […]

The Thanksgiving holiday is the busiest time of year on America’s highways, and you may be driving long hours with little ones on board. How do you manage this so you all arrive at Grandma’s in good spirits? We hit the road in 2010 with seven children in the van and we’re crisscrossing the country for six months every year. This episode, we’ll share what we’ve learned about covering long distance with little ones!

You’re Not Alone

Last year, AAA estimated 51 million of us would be on the road for Thanksgiving. That’s like the whole population of New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, and Minnesota on the highway at the same time! It’s hard to guess how many of those millions were riding in booster seats, but you can bet it was a bunch.

There are some practical ways to make this more manageable for everyone:

Making It Work

Remember kids are kids – you’ve got make allowance for them. When Jacob met his brother Esau on the way back to his home country, Esau urged him to come along – but Jacob reminded him, “the children are weak,” and told him to go ahead, “[and] I will lead on slowly at a pace which the livestock …, and the children, are able to endure.” (Genesis 33:12-14)

Take it easy on the mileposts. The fact that Dad the Road Warrior can handle 700 miles a day may not be the best plan for Mom and the kids. We were much happier when we slowed down our itinerary.

Be sure that kids who sleep all day will be alert and active when Mom and Dad are ready for bed! We’ve done a few trips overnight or in the wee hours, but it made the parents grumpy the next day – and no child needs that! It’s tempting to pile on the miles while the crew is napping, but you’ll all be happier if you get out and get some exercise during the day. Which leads to our discovery,

We all need regular breaks. On doctor’s advice, we make a brief stop every couple of hours. You’re going to need gas and rest rooms eventually, why not just plan on it? Modern travel plazas aren’t like the seedy truck stops of old – we find they’re usually clean, well-lit, and have large rest rooms. Which reminds us,

“Mandatory Bathroom Stops” make it efficient. We just require everybody to get out and use the rest room, even if they “don’t need to go.” (We found the teenager who insisted he didn’t need to get out was the one who would have an emergency thirty minutes down the road.)

Don’t miss the field trips along the way. We’ve had some great stops at National Parks, state historical sites, or even just picnic areas with a view. Go ahead – you might learn something, and if nothing else, the kids can run around and use up some energy! (Keep a ball or Frisbee handy to encourage some activity). A little research beforehand can highlight neat stuff ahead.

Do like the airlines – distract the passengers with changing activities. You can hand out a snack, then a little while later surprise them with some new crayons or a book, then sing or play a car game, then maybe start a DVD or pop in an audio book (we’ve got some suggestions below!) Older kids might be able to do some schoolwork along the way – but if it’s a short vacation, you might want to just take the days off from book work and let them learn what they can from the travel.

In the old days, an education wasn’t considered complete until the student had experienced some serious travel. Now, it’s so much easier to get around, we tend to rush through it and miss the good stuff along the way. Slow down a bit, let the kids out of their car seats some, and enjoy the journey together!

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The Thanksgiving holiday is the busiest time of year on America's highways, and you may be driving long hours with little ones on board. How do you manage this so you all arrive at Grandma's in good spirits? We hit the road in 2010 with seven children in the van and we're crisscrossing the country for six months every year. This episode, we'll share what we've learned about covering long distance with little ones!
You're Not Alone
Last year, AAA estimated 51 million of us would be on the road for Thanksgiving. That's like the whole population of New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, and Minnesota on the highway at the same time! It's hard to guess how many of those millions were riding in booster seats, but you can bet it was a bunch.

There are some practical ways to make this more manageable for everyone:

Making It Work

* Remember kids are kids - you've got make allowance for them. When Jacob met his brother Esau on the way back to his home country, Esau urged him to come along - but Jacob reminded him, "the children are weak," and told him to go ahead, "[and] I will lead on slowly at a pace which the livestock ..., and the children, are able to endure." (Genesis 33:12-14)
* Take it easy on the mileposts. The fact that Dad the Road Warrior can handle 700 miles a day may not be the best plan for Mom and the kids. We were much happier when we slowed down our itinerary.
* Be sure that kids who sleep all day will be alert and active when Mom and Dad are ready for bed! We've done a few trips overnight or in the wee hours, but it made the parents grumpy the next day - and no child needs that! It's tempting to pile on the miles while the crew is napping, but you'll all be happier if you get out and get some exercise during the day. Which leads to our discovery,
* We all need regular breaks. On doctor's advice, we make a brief stop every couple of hours. You're going to need gas and rest rooms eventually, why not just plan on it? Modern travel plazas aren't like the seedy truck stops of old - we find they're usually clean, well-lit, and have large rest rooms. Which reminds us,
* "Mandatory Bathroom Stops" make it efficient. We just require everybody to get out and use the rest room, even if they "don't need to go." (We found the teenager who insisted he didn't need to get out was the one who would have an emergency thirty minutes down the road.)
* Don't miss the field trips along the way. We've had some great stops at National Parks, state historical sites, or even just picnic areas with a view. Go ahead - you might learn something, and if nothing else, the kids can run around and use up some energy! (Keep a ball or Frisbee handy to encourage some activity). A little research beforehand can highlight neat stuff ahead.
* Do like the airlines - distract the passengers with changing activities. You can hand out a snack, then a little while later surprise them with some new crayons or a book, then sing or play a car game, then maybe start a DVD or pop in an audio book (we've got some suggestions below!) Older kids might be able to do some schoolwork along the way - but if it's a short vacation, you might want to just take the days off from book work and let them learn what they can from the travel.

In the old days, an education wasn't considered complete until the student had experienced some serious travel. Now, it's so much easier to get around, we tend to rush through it and miss the good stuff along the way. Slow down a bit, let the kids out of their car seats some, and enjoy the journey together!

]]>Hal Young and Melanie Youngclean32:34https://media.blubrry.com/uhsrnetwork/media.blubrry.com/practicalchristianfamily/media.blubrry.com/uhsrnetwork/content.blubrry.com/uhsrnetwork/MBFLP_216-Travel_with_Little_Ones.mp3https://ultimateradioshow.com/m215/Date Night (even when you “can’t”) – MBFLP 215https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/576205576/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/
https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/576205576/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#respondTue, 23 Oct 2018 02:45:17 +0000https://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=34675Once upon a time, when we were young parents a long way from home, we heard someone say, “Date night is absolutely necessary for a healthy marriage!” When you’re new in town and grandparents are a thousand miles away, that’s discouraging! But the important thing is not “dates” but connection – how to renew the […]

Once upon a time, when we were young parents a long way from home, we heard someone say, “Date night is absolutely necessary for a healthy marriage!” When you’re new in town and grandparents are a thousand miles away, that’s discouraging! But the important thing is not “dates” but connection – how to renew the face-to-face relationship in the midst of shoulder-to-shoulder life. This episode, we talk about practical ways to do just that, even if you can’t really manage a getaway right now!

What’s the reason?

Actually the important thing is not “the event” but the time for re-connection. Don’t get frustrated and fretful over the inability to do a big formal celebration – it may be the best thing at this time of life is smaller and closer to home.

In fact, home is a good option. We travel so much with our speaking and teaching ministry, we really find a quiet evening at home is a change of pace! We’ve had some great anniversaries and Valentine’s dates watching old movies on Netflix and eating dinner we prepared ourselves.

What are some options when kids are in the mix?

A second thing that’s important to remember is that we need all sorts of intimacy – not just the kind that takes total privacy and all kids asleep or absent. It’s good to just talk together, whether over dinner or a grown-up dessert, and let the kids watch their own movie back in the family room. If you really want them to entertain themselves for a while, you can even invest in some snack foods and turn them loose for an hour or two.

If you haven’t noticed, people never stop growing and changing. You didn’t reach 18 or 25 or 40 and then stop, as if you’d arrived at a destination — life goes on, and you both will find new surprises in each other if you look for them. Why not ask some open ended questions – “What’s your favorite food? Do you like different things as an adult than you did as a child? What’s the earliest thing you can remember? What did you find surprising about being married?” If you need some suggestions, sign up for our free series, “LoveBirdSeed” and get fun and thought-provoking conversation starters every week.

Of course you can stay up later than the kids … or get up earlier. You can go for a walk together or take the kids to the park, where you can sit on a bench and watch them play while you have some grownup conversation. Grandparents are a lifesaver if they’re nearby (and remember, letting your kids eat a few extra cookies at Nana’s house probably won’t topple the organic or keto lifestyle you’re cultivating at home). We even know friends who traded babysitting with each other on a regular schedule, one Friday a month at each house – and as the kids got older, the couples were even able to sneak away for overnights sometimes.

Remember that a lot of advice people share is based on particular circumstances. Sometimes you’re so busy or kept apart by business travel or other responsibilities, you really need to jealously protect a few precious hours. In that case, a scheduled, carefully planned date on the calendar can be a lifesaver! But if you are blessed to have more free time together on a regular basis, the desperation isn’t the same, and maybe you can find good, satisfying “couple time” from day to day. Date night can be great fun, but don’t feel that it’s a mandatory formality if you’re building a strong relationship in the informal hours of life right now!

If you are looking for a great couples getaway, check out our Come Away Weekend retreats in the spring and fall. Details will be coming soon for our Spring 2019 event – for more info, visit our website!

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/576205576/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/feed/0Once upon a time, when we were young parents a long way from home, we heard someone say, "Date night is absolutely necessary for a healthy marriage!" When you're new in town and grandparents are a thousand miles away, that's discouraging!

Once upon a time, when we were young parents a long way from home, we heard someone say, "Date night is absolutely necessary for a healthy marriage!" When you're new in town and grandparents are a thousand miles away, that's discouraging! But the important thing is not "dates" but connection - how to renew the face-to-face relationship in the midst of shoulder-to-shoulder life. This episode, we talk about practical ways to do just that, even if you can't really manage a getaway right now!

What's the reason?
Actually the important thing is not "the event" but the time for re-connection. Don't get frustrated and fretful over the inability to do a big formal celebration - it may be the best thing at this time of life is smaller and closer to home.

In fact, home is a good option. We travel so much with our speaking and teaching ministry, we really find a quiet evening at home is a change of pace! We've had some great anniversaries and Valentine's dates watching old movies on Netflix and eating dinner we prepared ourselves.
What are some options when kids are in the mix?
A second thing that's important to remember is that we need all sorts of intimacy - not just the kind that takes total privacy and all kids asleep or absent. It's good to just talk together, whether over dinner or a grown-up dessert, and let the kids watch their own movie back in the family room. If you really want them to entertain themselves for a while, you can even invest in some snack foods and turn them loose for an hour or two.

If you haven't noticed, people never stop growing and changing. You didn't reach 18 or 25 or 40 and then stop, as if you'd arrived at a destination -- life goes on, and you both will find new surprises in each other if you look for them. Why not ask some open ended questions - "What's your favorite food? Do you like different things as an adult than you did as a child? What's the earliest thing you can remember? What did you find surprising about being married?" If you need some suggestions, sign up for our free series, "LoveBirdSeed" and get fun and thought-provoking conversation starters every week.

Of course you can stay up later than the kids ... or get up earlier. You can go for a walk together or take the kids to the park, where you can sit on a bench and watch them play while you have some grownup conversation. Grandparents are a lifesaver if they're nearby (and remember, letting your kids eat a few extra cookies at Nana's house probably won't topple the organic or keto lifestyle you're cultivating at home). We even know friends who traded babysitting with each other on a regular schedule, one Friday a month at each house - and as the kids got older, the couples were even able to sneak away for overnights sometimes.

Remember that a lot of advice people share is based on particular circumstances. Sometimes you're so busy or kept apart by business travel or other responsibilities, you really need to jealously protect a few precious hours. In that case, a scheduled, carefully planned date on the calendar can be a lifesaver! But if you are blessed to have more free time together on a regular basis, the desperation isn't the same, and maybe you can find good, satisfying "couple time" from day to day. Date night can be great fun, but don't feel that it's a mandatory formality if you're building a strong relationship in the informal hours of life right now!

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/574951108/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#respondMon, 15 Oct 2018 23:43:31 +0000https://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=34514Are Manners Important? In the digital age, when informality and familiarity is the norm in so many places, is it too “old school” to teach manners to your kids? Have we moved past all the old social niceties? Is it unmanly for our boys to be schooled in etiquette? Or is there something important and […]

Are Manners Important?

In the digital age, when informality and familiarity is the norm in so many places, is it too “old school” to teach manners to your kids? Have we moved past all the old social niceties? Is it unmanly for our boys to be schooled in etiquette? Or is there something important and lasting about manners and courtesy? Where’s the Biblical balance?

Recent events in the news suggest our country is having a breakdown in public manners – when even elected officials are publicly calling for their supporters to be uncivil to opponents, and politicians seem to win praise for how nasty they can be to the other side.

Studies are suggesting that the new generation just starting to graduate from college is so locked into online interaction – text messaging and social media – that they are losing the ability to interact face-to-face, and any awkwardness or difference of opinion is taken as a dangerous, personal attack.

What Do We Mean by “Manners”?

When we say the word “manners” or “etiquette” we might think of questions like, “Which fork do I use first at the banquet?” Actually, though, the concept of manners is much broader than those sorts of details.

Manners are the social conventions that promote peaceful, respectful interaction between people. They’re the way we show consideration toward others, and in many ways, an expression of personal modesty or humility. They’re diplomacy at the one-on-one level.

And we see all of these in the Scripture!

The Bible Says Quite A Lot About Manners

We’ve all heard the Golden Rule – Jesus said, “Just as you want men to do to you, you also do to them likewise” (Luke 6:31) It’s a call to put ourselves in another person’s place, and then act accordingly. Little children aren’t capable of it, but it’s something that we teach our kids as they grow – think about others!

In Romans 12:10 Paul says we should “Love one another with brotherly affection. Outdo one another in showing honor.”(ESV) Our behavior toward others is how we show them honor – the way we speak to them, the way we treat them, the way we speak about them to others. Paul says we should be so concerned to show honor to others, we should make a point to be the best at it.

And Peter says in 1 Peter 3:8, “Finally, all of you be of one mind, having compassion for one another; love as brothers, be tenderhearted, be courteous.” That’s remarkable – Peter says this of the relationships within the church (and remember the church was a brand new thing where Jews and Gentiles were brought into close and equal fellowship – when they had previously seen each other with suspicion or even disgust). He says, “Take these people that you used to ignore or reject, and become united in mind, sensitive and compassionate in heart, and particularly, polite toward one another.”

We can go on and on with this, but the point is, as Christians, we are called to be polite people. It’s a matter of respect and self-control, as well as humility. Good manners are not unmanly or weak – in fact, you might point out to your sons (who may naturally push back at “sissy” rules about courtesy) that some of the greatest leaders of history – men like George Washington and Theodore Roosevelt, commanders whose men would willingly follow them into danger and death, were known for their refined manners in society. There’s nothing to be embarrassed about!

Points to Consider

It’s clear that Christians are supposed to be polite people, but what does that look like?

There are some things which are clearly described and still apply today – such as “You shall rise up before the grey headed and honor the presence of an old man, and fear your God” (Leviticus 19:32) The rule to stand up when an elderly person comes in the room is still good manners! The Fifth Commandment, “Honor your father and your mother,” hasn’t changed since Moses came down from Sinai.

But it’s okay to recognize that many social guidelines are different from one culture to the next. What’s your belief about foot-washing, for instance? Jesus and Paul both made a point about washing the feet of guests as a sign of loving service and hospitality (look at Luke 7:44, John 13:5-14, 1 Timothy 5:10) – but that’s not the way we show hospitality in 21st century America.

The way you address people is a sign of manners or respect that differs from one place to the next. In the Southeast, where we live, it’s expected that children always address adults as Sir or Ma’am, unless they’re special family friends and might be allowed as “Aunt Sue” (not actually a relative), “Sister Sue,” or “Miss Sue” – we’ve heard all these! And yet in other regions, we’ve been politely scolded, “Don’t call me ‘ma’am,’ it makes me feel old!”

What you do with your shoes is a sign of respect in some places. When we visited China, we were told it was not polite to wear street shoes into the house – and it’s not a good practice in many American cities, either. In the Middle East, the bottom of the shoe is considered a filthy thing and an insult if you let yours be seen; you never cross your feet where an Arab might glimpse your soles!

That goes for strangers, too

Manners are not just reserved for friends and relative. Jesus warned us not to stoop to insult and name-calling; in Matthew 5:22, where He said we’re courting trouble (even judgment) if we call someone “Fool!” or “Empty-head!” Yet how often do we jump to heaping mocking insults at public figures on social media? Jude pointed out that even the archangel Michael restrained his words toward Satan, yet we’re quick ignore Paul’s admonition in Titus 3:2 “to speak evil of no one, to be peaceable, gentle, showing all humility to all men.”

Manners Aren’t Optional — They’re Helpful

Proverbs 20:11 says, “Even a child is known by his deeds, whether what he does is pure and right.” Our kids, just like us, will be judged by those around them, and their manners will be one of the first things that people note. Let’s make a point to teach our kids to handle themselves with respect for others, respect for themselves, and the fear of God – as demonstrated by their courtesy in every situation! Consider than our gentleness and graciousness toward others – even when we feel like they really haven’t “earned” it – is a mark of our own Christian maturity. And that’s a challenge for us as well as our kids.

In Other News

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Are Manners Important?
In the digital age, when informality and familiarity is the norm in so many places, is it too “old school” to teach manners to your kids? Have we moved past all the old social niceties? Is it unmanly for our boys to be schooled in etiquette? Or is there something important and lasting about manners and courtesy? Where’s the Biblical balance?

Recent events in the news suggest our country is having a breakdown in public manners – when even elected officials are publicly calling for their supporters to be uncivil to opponents, and politicians seem to win praise for how nasty they can be to the other side.

Studies are suggesting that the new generation just starting to graduate from college is so locked into online interaction – text messaging and social media – that they are losing the ability to interact face-to-face, and any awkwardness or difference of opinion is taken as a dangerous, personal attack.

What Do We Mean by “Manners”?
When we say the word “manners” or “etiquette” we might think of questions like, “Which fork do I use first at the banquet?” Actually, though, the concept of manners is much broader than those sorts of details.

Manners are the social conventions that promote peaceful, respectful interaction between people. They’re the way we show consideration toward others, and in many ways, an expression of personal modesty or humility. They’re diplomacy at the one-on-one level.

And we see all of these in the Scripture!
The Bible Says Quite A Lot About Manners
We’ve all heard the Golden Rule – Jesus said, “Just as you want men to do to you, you also do to them likewise” (Luke 6:31) It’s a call to put ourselves in another person’s place, and then act accordingly. Little children aren’t capable of it, but it’s something that we teach our kids as they grow – think about others!

In Romans 12:10 Paul says we should “Love one another with brotherly affection. Outdo one another in showing honor.”(ESV) Our behavior toward others is how we show them honor – the way we speak to them, the way we treat them, the way we speak about them to others. Paul says we should be so concerned to show honor to others, we should make a point to be the best at it.

And Peter says in 1 Peter 3:8, “Finally, all of you be of one mind, having compassion for one another; love as brothers, be tenderhearted, be courteous.” That’s remarkable – Peter says this of the relationships within the church (and remember the church was a brand new thing where Jews and Gentiles were brought into close and equal fellowship – when they had previously seen each other with suspicion or even disgust). He says, “Take these people that you used to ignore or reject, and become united in mind, sensitive and compassionate in heart, and particularly, polite toward one another.”

We can go on and on with this, but the point is, as Christians, we are called to be polite people. It’s a matter of respect and self-control, as well as humility. Good manners are not unmanly or weak – in fact, you might point out to your sons (who may naturally push back at “sissy” rules about courtesy) that some of the greatest leaders of history – men like George Washington and Theodore Roosevelt, commanders whose men would willingly follow them into danger and death, were known for their refined manners in society. There’s nothing to be embarrassed about!
Points to Consider
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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/571003434/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#respondSun, 23 Sep 2018 02:09:06 +0000https://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=33886If your child has siblings it’s just about certain they’ll have squabbling. Sibling rivalry of one sort or another is unpleasant but normal – the question for us as parents is, “What can I do about it? How can I deal with the bickering and arguments, to make our home a place of peace and […]

If your child has siblings it’s just about certain they’ll have squabbling. Sibling rivalry of one sort or another is unpleasant but normal – the question for us as parents is, “What can I do about it? How can I deal with the bickering and arguments, to make our home a place of peace and harmony?” In this episode we talk about what we’ve learned raising our family of eight strong-willed, opinionated, energetic, competitive kids!

Your Family is Meant to Be an Example

The Bible has many passages which suggest that our family relationships are an illustration of spiritual truths. When Paul talks about the relationship of husbands and wives, he concludes, “This is a great mystery, but I speak concerning Christ and the church.” (Ephesians 5:32) How can we understand the new relationship of fellow believers in the church? By comparing it to the fellowship of parents to children and siblings with one another (1 Timothy 5:1-2). When Jesus is called “a friend who sticks closer than a brother,” (Proverbs 18:24) that makes no sense if brotherhood is all about fighting, arguments, and hostility!

Some Practical Guidelines

We’ve established some household rules that are meant to create or maintain a culture of peace and harmony!

No Name Calling – Names are important in the Bible, and if our kids have a complaint with one another, theyr’e not allowed to sling nicknames or taunts at each other. Never – not even using a common nickname that the child doesn’t want. If you always go by Edward, you might consider Teddy an undesirable handle!

No Bullying or Pestering – Bullying is using your greater strength, size, or another advantage, to intimidate and persecute other people. Pestering is using your lesser ability to lay traps for the stronger sibling, then running to Mama as a “victim.”

Rejoice With Those Who Rejoice –And weep with those that weep (Romans 12:16). The Bible tells us to come alongside our brethren in the church and share in their feelings. We encourage the same standard with our children.

Remember We’re On The Same Team – We don’t let our children get a I-win-you-lose mentality toward their siblings, and we encourage them to see one sibling’s success as a victory for Team Family. Sure, they play games and compete that way, but in day to day life, we encourage them to think in terms of cooperation and collaboration, not trying to “beat” their brother or sister.

A Long Term Project

Just a few days ago, two of our teenagers were having a disagreement. Hal sat them down and gave them a simple challenge – that every day, moment by moment, they were making decisions about how to interact. Are they working to build unity, harmony, and love within the family? Or are their words and actions tearing that down?

It’s important to remember two things. First, that this is a life-long process. We still have to remind, rebuke, coach, and encourage our kids, long after they’re teenagers. It’s not a simple checklist on the fridge that fixes everybody’s attitude in an afternoon!

But secondly, we need to keep close in mind that we homeschoolers are the primary source of our children’s socialization. Sure, they may pick up undesirable words or attitudes from media, group meetings, or friends, but since they spend most of their time with their parents, we have to be honest. When we find a social behavior that we don’t like, they may very well be picking it up from us. If the children are disrespectful to Mom, are they following Dad’s example? If they have a sarcastic tone, are they imitating Mom? We need to live our own lives in our family to be a pattern for our kids. The family life they see around their dinner table every day is very likely to be the family life our grandchildren experience one day!

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/571003434/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/feed/0If your child has siblings it's just about certain they'll have squabbling. Sibling rivalry of one sort or another is unpleasant but normal - the question for us as parents is, "What can I do about it? How can I deal with the bickering and arguments,

If your child has siblings it's just about certain they'll have squabbling. Sibling rivalry of one sort or another is unpleasant but normal - the question for us as parents is, "What can I do about it? How can I deal with the bickering and arguments, to make our home a place of peace and harmony?" In this episode we talk about what we've learned raising our family of eight strong-willed, opinionated, energetic, competitive kids!

Your Family is Meant to Be an Example
The Bible has many passages which suggest that our family relationships are an illustration of spiritual truths. When Paul talks about the relationship of husbands and wives, he concludes, "This is a great mystery, but I speak concerning Christ and the church." (Ephesians 5:32) How can we understand the new relationship of fellow believers in the church? By comparing it to the fellowship of parents to children and siblings with one another (1 Timothy 5:1-2). When Jesus is called "a friend who sticks closer than a brother," (Proverbs 18:24) that makes no sense if brotherhood is all about fighting, arguments, and hostility!
Some Practical Guidelines
We've established some household rules that are meant to create or maintain a culture of peace and harmony!

* No Name Calling - Names are important in the Bible, and if our kids have a complaint with one another, theyr'e not allowed to sling nicknames or taunts at each other. Never - not even using a common nickname that the child doesn't want. If you always go by Edward, you might consider Teddy an undesirable handle!
* No Bullying or Pestering - Bullying is using your greater strength, size, or another advantage, to intimidate and persecute other people. Pestering is using your lesser ability to lay traps for the stronger sibling, then running to Mama as a "victim."
* Rejoice With Those Who Rejoice - And weep with those that weep (Romans 12:16). The Bible tells us to come alongside our brethren in the church and share in their feelings. We encourage the same standard with our children.
* Remember We're On The Same Team - We don't let our children get a I-win-you-lose mentality toward their siblings, and we encourage them to see one sibling's success as a victory for Team Family. Sure, they play games and compete that way, but in day to day life, we encourage them to think in terms of cooperation and collaboration, not trying to "beat" their brother or sister.

A Long Term Project
Just a few days ago, two of our teenagers were having a disagreement. Hal sat them down and gave them a simple challenge - that every day, moment by moment, they were making decisions about how to interact. Are they working to build unity, harmony, and love within the family? Or are their words and actions tearing that down?

It's important to remember two things. First, that this is a life-long process. We still have to remind, rebuke, coach, and encourage our kids, long after they're teenagers. It's not a simple checklist on the fridge that fixes everybody's attitude in an afternoon!

But secondly, we need to keep close in mind that we homeschoolers are the primary source of our children's socialization. Sure, they may pick up undesirable words or attitudes from media, group meetings, or friends, but since they spend most of their time with their parents, we have to be honest. When we find a social behavior that we don't like, they may very well be picking it up from us. If the children are disrespectful to Mom, are they following Dad's example? If they have a sarcastic tone, are they imitating Mom? We need to live our own lives in our family to be a pattern for our kids. The family life they see around their dinner table every day is very likely to be the family life our gran...]]>Hal Young and Melanie Youngclean34:27https://media.blubrry.com/uhsrnetwork/media.blubrry.com/practicalchristianfamily/media.blubrry.com/uhsrnetwork/content.blubrry.com/uhsrnetwork/MBFLP_213-Sibling_Rivalry_Family_Unity.mp3https://ultimateradioshow.com/m212/Homeschooling with Babies and Toddlers – MBFLP 212https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/570697404/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/
https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/570697404/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#commentsFri, 21 Sep 2018 03:13:54 +0000https://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=33862Homeschooling with Babies and Toddlers We homeschooled from the very beginning, which meant that we’ve always had babies and toddlers in the mix. We’ve always had multiple ages to deal with! What’s the number one thing we wish we’d known? That it gets easier! The struggle is real. When you have little children, the burden […]

Homeschooling with Babies and Toddlers

We homeschooled from the very beginning, which meant that we’ve always had babies and toddlers in the mix. We’ve always had multiple ages to deal with!

What’s the number one thing we wish we’d known? That it gets easier!

The struggle is real. When you have little children, the burden is mostly Mom’s. It takes two hours to get ready to go anywhere, as you fight through the necessary clothing changes, diaper changes, baby nursings, and so on before you depart. When you have three little ones and only two hands, that’s reality. Don’t be surprised that you’re overwhelmed – give yourself some grace!

We wish we’d known that having an eighth child at 45 would be less of a jolt than having a third child at 31. We didn’t realize that as new babies joined the family, the older children were growing more and more capable and helpful. With some training, even your six- or seven-year-old can take some of your load off! Don’t miss out on that help – make the investment to teach them household skills, and you’ll be training them for life as well as getting a hand up on your present-day stress.

Don’t Freak Out!

If you’re just starting homeschooling, you might be worried – can I really do this? What if I mess them up?

With the younger ones, you really can’t wreck their education. Preschoolers and toddlers need you to read them stories and let them play, pretend, and explore. Don’t try and push them into academics too early – if they’re not developmentally ready, it won’t work, and it will only convince them that school is unpleasant. Don’t destroy their natural curiosity and love of learning!

What about babies? We never centered school around the kitchen table or a row of desks. Rather, Melanie found a comfortable chair (she liked the recliner) so she could nurse the baby or cuddle them while they slept. A book case on one side held the school materials and a child-sized table and chair on the other kept everything within arm’s reach. Homeschooling isn’t like a classroom and doesn’t have to look like one. We found babies really weren’t disrupters at all.

Toddlers, now, are disrupters, and no mistake. Remember little ones have little attention spans. Don’t expect them to sit still for long at all. When they run up to you and interrupt the formal school, it’s best to let them – don’t try to say, “We’ll be done in 20 minutes, Sweety,” because the one thing they can concentrate on is whining. Instead, tell the older students what to do for a few minutes, then take the toddler in your lap, give them three or four minutes of eye contact and interaction, and then let them go play again. First attention is the fastest!

In fact, they’ll learn what they need at the early ages if you just keep them nearby and talk to them. You can teach colors, numbers, and other basic facts just in the course of family life. Keep some quiet toys in the school room, buy them some child size household tools (brooms and such), and let them help with tasks like folding towels or sorting the silverware.

And when you’re starting your primary students, don’t push them too hard either. Whatever you teach them at six years old, they’ll be seeing and practicing over and over for years to come. It won’t hurt if you need to skip a day or go back and repeat something. We’ve had four graduate homeschooling and go to college on scholarships; there’s a time to step up the academic game, but it’s not in primary school!

Be sure you adapt your household expectations. Your family is on a mission from God, and that mission probably isn’t “Be ready to welcome the camera crew from Architectural Digest.” If your home is occupied 24/7 instead of empty all day, and doubles as a school, laboratory, and business center as well as dormitory … then make the house work for you, and not you for the house! Disposable products, simpler menus, and children’s help on the chores (i.e., not up to Grandma’s skill level) can give you the time and energy to do more important things in the lives of your family, church, and community. (And Dad – don’t expect angels to sing if you help out around the house. It’s just the right thing to do.)

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/570697404/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/feed/1Homeschooling with Babies and Toddlers We homeschooled from the very beginning, which meant that we’ve always had babies and toddlers in the mix. We’ve always had multiple ages to deal with! - What’s the number one thing we wish we’d known?
Homeschooling with Babies and Toddlers
We homeschooled from the very beginning, which meant that we’ve always had babies and toddlers in the mix. We’ve always had multiple ages to deal with!

What’s the number one thing we wish we’d known? That it gets easier!

The struggle is real. When you have little children, the burden is mostly Mom’s. It takes two hours to get ready to go anywhere, as you fight through the necessary clothing changes, diaper changes, baby nursings, and so on before you depart. When you have three little ones and only two hands, that’s reality. Don’t be surprised that you’re overwhelmed – give yourself some grace!

We wish we’d known that having an eighth child at 45 would be less of a jolt than having a third child at 31. We didn’t realize that as new babies joined the family, the older children were growing more and more capable and helpful. With some training, even your six- or seven-year-old can take some of your load off! Don't miss out on that help - make the investment to teach them household skills, and you'll be training them for life as well as getting a hand up on your present-day stress.
Don’t Freak Out!
If you’re just starting homeschooling, you might be worried – can I really do this? What if I mess them up?

With the younger ones, you really can’t wreck their education. Preschoolers and toddlers need you to read them stories and let them play, pretend, and explore. Don’t try and push them into academics too early – if they’re not developmentally ready, it won’t work, and it will only convince them that school is unpleasant. Don’t destroy their natural curiosity and love of learning!

What about babies? We never centered school around the kitchen table or a row of desks. Rather, Melanie found a comfortable chair (she liked the recliner) so she could nurse the baby or cuddle them while they slept. A book case on one side held the school materials and a child-sized table and chair on the other kept everything within arm’s reach. Homeschooling isn’t like a classroom and doesn’t have to look like one. We found babies really weren’t disrupters at all.

Toddlers, now, are disrupters, and no mistake. Remember little ones have little attention spans. Don’t expect them to sit still for long at all. When they run up to you and interrupt the formal school, it’s best to let them – don’t try to say, “We’ll be done in 20 minutes, Sweety,” because the one thing they can concentrate on is whining. Instead, tell the older students what to do for a few minutes, then take the toddler in your lap, give them three or four minutes of eye contact and interaction, and then let them go play again. First attention is the fastest!

In fact, they’ll learn what they need at the early ages if you just keep them nearby and talk to them. You can teach colors, numbers, and other basic facts just in the course of family life. Keep some quiet toys in the school room, buy them some child size household tools (brooms and such), and let them help with tasks like folding towels or sorting the silverware.

And when you’re starting your primary students, don’t push them too hard either. Whatever you teach them at six years old, they’ll be seeing and practicing over and over for years to come. It won’t hurt if you need to skip a day or go back and repeat something. We've had four graduate homeschooling and go to college on scholarships; there's a time to step up the academic game, but it's not in primary school!

Be sure you adapt your household expectations. Your family is on a mission from God, and that mission probably isn’t “Be ready to welcome the camera crew from Architectural Digest.” If your home is occupied 24/7 instead of empty all day, and doubles as a school, laboratory,]]>Hal Young and Melanie Youngclean34:26https://media.blubrry.com/uhsrnetwork/media.blubrry.com/practicalchristianfamily/media.blubrry.com/uhsrnetwork/content.blubrry.com/uhsrnetwork/MBFLP_212-Homeschooling_with_Littles.mp3https://ultimateradioshow.com/m211/iGen – Understanding the New Generation – MBFLP 211https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/569116042/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/
https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/569116042/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#respondTue, 11 Sep 2018 18:14:35 +0000https://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=33623Move over, Millennials – the new generation has arrived! Researcher Jean Twenge calls them iGen – the first generation that’s grown up with smart phone in hand. How has that shaped their thinking? What does that mean for the rest of us? How should we teach and prepare our children to interact with their generational […]

Move over, Millennials – the new generation has arrived! Researcher Jean Twenge calls them iGen – the first generation that’s grown up with smart phone in hand. How has that shaped their thinking? What does that mean for the rest of us? How should we teach and prepare our children to interact with their generational peers? Are there things to watch out for – and opportunities to grasp? Join us for a discussion of Twenge’s book iGen and how this new culture impacts our family life, ministry, and society at large.

Discussion of Jean Twenge’s bookiGen: Why Today’s Super-Connected Kids Are Growing Up Less Rebellious, More Tolerant, Less Happy–and Completely Unprepared for Adulthood–and What That Means for the Rest of Us

Researcher Jean Twenge noticed that numerous cultural trend lines took a sharp turn about 2012 – the year after the majority of Americans were carrying smart phones. She marks this as the sign of a new generational group some have called Generation Z (following the Millennial “Generation Y”). She’s called them iGen – the generation shaped by the iPhone – and she makes a powerful case that the handheld devices might be the largest influencer in their thinking, philosophy, and personality.

What’s distinctive about this generation?

They are growing up online. The average high school senior now spends six hours a day on new media, including two hours of Internet and two and a quarter of text messaging – every day. Time previous generations spent on homework, extracurricular activities, after-school jobs, and hanging out with friends, has been replaced by hanging out online. They are insecure and unhappy from their constant diet of social media, and 34% have been cyberbullied. Because they know how people manage and manipulate their image, they are cynical about what they see even while it impacts them emotionally.

They value individualism. Like Millennials, they seek authenticity. As a rule, they will not tolerate criticism of anybody, especially themselves (though they are prone to self-criticism). They have largely embraced the sexual revolution (widespread pornography, abortion on demand, same sex marriage, normalization of transgenderism) as nobody’s business “as long as nobody is hurt.”

They are maturing more slowly. Their parents have been protective and the children have embraced child status well into their twenties. The typical high school senior today is less likely to have earned a driver’s license, had an after-school or summer job, gone out on a date, or even spent much time outside parents’ direct supervision.

They value safety. iGen’ers are less likely to engage in risky behaviors like reckless driving, drug and alcohol experimentation, or sex as teenagers – not because these activities are immoral (iGen appears to continue the Millennial rejection of religion), but because they aren’t safe.

Their social lives and identity are text-based online, so words are weaponized. This is why campus culture is becoming hysterical over controversial speakers or even contrary opinions. iGen students demand protection from challenging viewpoints and consider offensive words as literal, physical assault. They are less likely to have had scuffles on the playground as children; instead, they’ve grown up savaging one another by text message.

Why should we care, and what should we do about it?

Although we may be raising our own family by older standards, this is the generation of our children and the culture they will need to navigate as adults. How can we prepare them to succeed?

Move slowly on cell phone and social media. Social media is linked to depression, especially in younger students. Although older teens need to understand these tools, Twenge suggests younger teens shouldn’t get cell phones any sooner than necessary, and then start with “dumb” flip phones rather than Internet capable. Even then, monitor usage closely.

Push them forward to independence. Get their driver’s license early. Encourage them to get jobs and learn to manage their own money. Teach them how the world works, how to evaluate choices and make decisions.

Encourage real-life friendships. Don’t over-regulate time with friends and activities, especially as they reach older teen years. Get them off their phones and out of the house more.

Train your Christian children to stand on the Scripture without applause. This generation is growing more hostile toward Christianity, and its hysterical reaction to opposition will make it resistant to the Spirit’s conviction. We can’t be surprised when they react, but neither can we simply refuse to speak up; We need to be “wise as serpents and harmless as doves,” and choose our words and opportunities with care.

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/569116042/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/feed/0Move over, Millennials - the new generation has arrived! Researcher Jean Twenge calls them iGen - the first generation that's grown up with smart phone in hand. How has that shaped their thinking? What does that mean for the rest of us?

Move over, Millennials - the new generation has arrived! Researcher Jean Twenge calls them iGen - the first generation that's grown up with smart phone in hand. How has that shaped their thinking? What does that mean for the rest of us? How should we teach and prepare our children to interact with their generational peers? Are there things to watch out for - and opportunities to grasp? Join us for a discussion of Twenge's book iGen and how this new culture impacts our family life, ministry, and society at large.

Discussion of Jean Twenge's book iGen: Why Today's Super-Connected Kids Are Growing Up Less Rebellious, More Tolerant, Less Happy--and Completely Unprepared for Adulthood--and What That Means for the Rest of Us

Researcher Jean Twenge noticed that numerous cultural trend lines took a sharp turn about 2012 – the year after the majority of Americans were carrying smart phones. She marks this as the sign of a new generational group some have called Generation Z (following the Millennial “Generation Y”). She's called them iGen - the generation shaped by the iPhone - and she makes a powerful case that the handheld devices might be the largest influencer in their thinking, philosophy, and personality.
What’s distinctive about this generation?
They are growing up online. The average high school senior now spends six hours a day on new media, including two hours of Internet and two and a quarter of text messaging – every day. Time previous generations spent on homework, extracurricular activities, after-school jobs, and hanging out with friends, has been replaced by hanging out online. They are insecure and unhappy from their constant diet of social media, and 34% have been cyberbullied. Because they know how people manage and manipulate their image, they are cynical about what they see even while it impacts them emotionally.

They value individualism. Like Millennials, they seek authenticity. As a rule, they will not tolerate criticism of anybody, especially themselves (though they are prone to self-criticism). They have largely embraced the sexual revolution (widespread pornography, abortion on demand, same sex marriage, normalization of transgenderism) as nobody’s business “as long as nobody is hurt.”

They are maturing more slowly. Their parents have been protective and the children have embraced child status well into their twenties. The typical high school senior today is less likely to have earned a driver’s license, had an after-school or summer job, gone out on a date, or even spent much time outside parents’ direct supervision.

They value safety. iGen’ers are less likely to engage in risky behaviors like reckless driving, drug and alcohol experimentation, or sex as teenagers – not because these activities are immoral (iGen appears to continue the Millennial rejection of religion), but because they aren’t safe.

Their social lives and identity are text-based online, so words are weaponized. This is why campus culture is becoming hysterical over controversial speakers or even contrary opinions. iGen students demand protection from challenging viewpoints and consider offensive words as literal, physical assault. They are less likely to have had scuffles on the playground as children; instead, they've grown up savaging one another by text message.

Why should we care, and what should we do about it?
Although we may be raising our own family by older standards, this is the generation of our children and the culture they will need to navigate as adults. How can we prepare them to succeed?

Move slowly on cell phone and social media. Social media is linked to depression, especially in younger students.]]>Hal Young and Melanie Youngclean34:18https://media.blubrry.com/uhsrnetwork/media.blubrry.com/practicalchristianfamily/media.blubrry.com/uhsrnetwork/content.blubrry.com/uhsrnetwork/MBFLP_211-iGen_the_New_Generation.mp3https://ultimateradioshow.com/entrepreneurship-and-college-mbflp-210/Entrepreneurship and College – MBFLP 210https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/566511836/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/
https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/566511836/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#commentsTue, 28 Aug 2018 00:38:20 +0000https://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=33110Is your son or daughter an entrepreneur at heart? Are you or they, either one, debating whether college is even worthwhile for a young person aiming at their own business? This episode, we talk with our son Samuel Adams Young, who’s enrolled in an innovative business program at his college – one that teaches the […]

Is your son or daughter an entrepreneur at heart? Are you or they, either one, debating whether college is even worthwhile for a young person aiming at their own business? This episode, we talk with our son Samuel Adams Young, who’s enrolled in an innovative business program at his college – one that teaches the hands-on skills needed to succeed as an entrepreneur!

Tech Giants Not Withstanding …

We have friends who are skeptical about the need for college experience to succeed in life. After all, they say, neither Bill Gates (founder of Microsoft), Steve Jobs (visionary CEO of Apple), Mark Zuckerberg (creator of Facebook), nor Ted Turner (founder of CNN and other networks) finished college.

Fair enough. At the same time, the exceptions don’t prove a rule – and you can’t deny that billionaires in Silicon Valley or cable TV are not your average neighborhood business owner.

Yet with all the exceptions and hedges and provisions in place, there are still good reasons a budding entrepreneur might consider going to a four-year degree program. This episode, we’re talking with our son Samuel, who is a rising star in an innovative program to equip young business people with tools they can use to kick start their own companies.

This program was funded by the late Ralph Ketner, co-founder of one of the fastest-growing grocery chains in America, Food Lion. In establishing the Center for Entrepreneurship and Experiential Development, Ketner told the college that true entrepreneurship is hands-on, not just theoretical classroom work, and so the goal of the college is to help students actually create viable, money-making businesses from their ideas. Until his death in 2016 at the age of 95, Ketner maintained an office at the college and frequently counseled students from his long career of growing business from the ground up.

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/566511836/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/feed/2Is your son or daughter an entrepreneur at heart? Are you or they, either one, debating whether college is even worthwhile for a young person aiming at their own business? This episode, we talk with our son Samuel Adams Young,

Is your son or daughter an entrepreneur at heart? Are you or they, either one, debating whether college is even worthwhile for a young person aiming at their own business? This episode, we talk with our son Samuel Adams Young, who's enrolled in an innovative business program at his college - one that teaches the hands-on skills needed to succeed as an entrepreneur!

Tech Giants Not Withstanding ...
We have friends who are skeptical about the need for college experience to succeed in life. After all, they say, neither Bill Gates (founder of Microsoft), Steve Jobs (visionary CEO of Apple), Mark Zuckerberg (creator of Facebook), nor Ted Turner (founder of CNN and other networks) finished college.

Fair enough. At the same time, the exceptions don't prove a rule - and you can't deny that billionaires in Silicon Valley or cable TV are not your average neighborhood business owner.

Yet with all the exceptions and hedges and provisions in place, there are still good reasons a budding entrepreneur might consider going to a four-year degree program. This episode, we're talking with our son Samuel, who is a rising star in an innovative program to equip young business people with tools they can use to kick start their own companies.

This program was funded by the late Ralph Ketner, co-founder of one of the fastest-growing grocery chains in America, Food Lion. In establishing the Center for Entrepreneurship and Experiential Development, Ketner told the college that true entrepreneurship is hands-on, not just theoretical classroom work, and so the goal of the college is to help students actually create viable, money-making businesses from their ideas. Until his death in 2016 at the age of 95, Ketner maintained an office at the college and frequently counseled students from his long career of growing business from the ground up.
Resources We MentionedCenter for Entrepreneurship and Experiential Development - Catawba College, Salisbury, N.C.

Donald Miller, Building a StoryBrand: Clarify Your Message So Customers Will Listen

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/565602518/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#respondWed, 22 Aug 2018 13:50:20 +0000https://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=33020When’s the right time to get your middle schoolers online? Researcher Jean Twenge (iGen) says that people born since 1995–that’s the class just starting to graduate from college, and their younger siblings–have basically grown up with round-the-clock Internet access. It’s not healthy, and it’s causing some specific, traceable problems … and yet, the world our […]

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When’s the right time to get your middle schoolers online? Researcher Jean Twenge (iGen) says that people born since 1995–that’s the class just starting to graduate from college, and their younger siblings–have basically grown up with round-the-clock Internet access. It’s not healthy, and it’s causing some specific, traceable problems … and yet, the world our kids are graduating into demands computer literacy … and expects to find a current social media footprint. How can we both protect our younger kids and prepare them for the real world just a few years ahead? This episode, we’ll start the conversation on middle schoolers and the online world …

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So what about middle schoolers and time online?

Dr. Twenge says that studies indicate the average high school senior now spends six hours per day online – including two and a quarter hours in text messaging, alone. Where is this time coming from? She shows that it comes from less time in homework, less time in extracurricular activities, less time working after-school jobs, and much less time just hanging out with friends “in real life.” This is undermining their social and emotional developments in many ways that explain the alarm and hysteria coming from college campuses these days!

There is also some correlation with the rise in teenage mental illness, including self-harming behaviors, and obsessive use of social media.

So it should be obvious that we don’t want to drop our pre-teens into that mix when they are in their most uprooted, emotional, hormonal, and generally unstable time of life. It wouldn’t be wise, it wouldn’t be prudent, and it simply wouldn’t be kind.

Instead, let’s hold off on social media for young people until they’re back on an even emotional keel – maybe 15 or 16. At that point, we recommend starting them off with lots of supervision and advice. Why? Because like it or not, social media has replaced the front porch and casual relationships in church, neighborhood, and community for establishing a basic public reputation. It’s expected. That means we need to coach our young people in appropriate online behavior, just like our parents or grandparents coached us–what’s appropriate and how we should act where the neighbors can hear or the community can see.

What about other uses of the net?

We need to recognize that the old “electronic babysitter,” the television of our youth, has been supplemented or replaced by Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime, and the rest. Screen time is still screen time, with all its differences and similarities. Is there a place for simple entertainment use? Yes, and sometimes you need that “babysitter” – to calm an anxious child quiet in the doctor’s waiting room, or maybe to keep fidgety kids in their seats on long car trips. But let’s be honest about it and recognize it for what it is–don’t just drift into habits we’ll regret.

Meanwhile, think about boundaries and limitations you need to establish, and put them in place early. You’ll get a lot less pushback and complaining if your pre-teens have grown up knowing these boundaries, like accountability software, supervision, and time limits. They’re good guardrails to have, no matter what age you start–just realize it’s easier the earlier you get them in place.

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When's the right time to get your middle schoolers online? Researcher Jean Twenge (iGen) says that people born since 1995--that's the class just starting to graduate from college, and their younger siblings--have basically grown up with round-the-clock Internet access. It's not healthy, and it's causing some specific, traceable problems ... and yet, the world our kids are graduating into demands computer literacy ... and expects to find a current social media footprint. How can we both protect our younger kids and prepare them for the real world just a few years ahead? This episode, we'll start the conversation on middle schoolers and the online world ...

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So what about middle schoolers and time online?
Dr. Twenge says that studies indicate the average high school senior now spends six hours per day online - including two and a quarter hours in text messaging, alone. Where is this time coming from? She shows that it comes from less time in homework, less time in extracurricular activities, less time working after-school jobs, and much less time just hanging out with friends "in real life." This is undermining their social and emotional developments in many ways that explain the alarm and hysteria coming from college campuses these days!

There is also some correlation with the rise in teenage mental illness, including self-harming behaviors, and obsessive use of social media.

So it should be obvious that we don't want to drop our pre-teens into that mix when they are in their most uprooted, emotional, hormonal, and generally unstable time of life. It wouldn't be wise, it wouldn't be prudent, and it simply wouldn't be kind.

Instead, let's hold off on social media for young people until they're back on an even emotional keel - maybe 15 or 16. At that point, we recommend starting them off with lots of supervision and advice. Why? Because like it or not, social media has replaced the front porch and casual relationships in church, neighborhood, and community for establishing a basic public reputation. It's expected. That means we need to coach our young people in appropriate online behavior, just like our parents or grandparents coached us--what's appropriate and how we should act where the neighbors can hear or the community can see.
What about other uses of the net?
We need to recognize that the old "electronic babysitter," the television of our youth, has been supplemented or replaced by Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime, and the rest. Screen time is still screen time, with all its differences and similarities. Is there a place for simple entertainment use? Yes,]]>Hal Young and Melanie Youngclean33:42https://media.blubrry.com/uhsrnetwork/media.blubrry.com/practicalchristianfamily/media.blubrry.com/uhsrnetwork/content.blubrry.com/uhsrnetwork/MBFLP_209_Middle_Schoolers_Online.mp3https://ultimateradioshow.com/m208/Middle School Q & A – MBFLP 208https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/562966972/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/
https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/562966972/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#respondTue, 07 Aug 2018 16:33:37 +0000https://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=32794Nobody told us what to expect … babies and toddlers we read about, and people warned us in hushed tones about the dreadful teen years, but nobody told us, “Just wait till they’re in middle school!” This week on Facebook Live we took questions from parents of pre-teens, asking them “What are you having struggles […]

Nobody told us what to expect … babies and toddlers we read about, and people warned us in hushed tones about the dreadful teen years, but nobody told us, “Just wait till they’re in middle school!” This week on Facebook Live we took questions from parents of pre-teens, asking them “What are you having struggles with?” That’s the meat of this week’s podcast – real live Q&A about dealing with the challenges of tweens!

Whether you call them pre-teens, tweens, middle-schoolers, or something else, your child will go through a transitional period between “clearly a little kid” to “definitely a teenager.” That catches most of us by surprise. Why is that? Probably because we’re anticipating the physical changes – his voice cracks, she starts her cycle, he’s got a proud new whisker, she is starting to get a figure. Before those outward changes appear, there’s a tidal wave of hormones that start the body’s transformation, and those hormones cause all sorts of effects in their thinking, their emotions, and even their spiritual lives.

What’s more important, our families stumble into a relationship minefield at this point. If we don’t recognize what’s happening and handle it right, we can end up with strained, bent, or broken relationships with our pre-teens.

But it’s also an opportunity. If we can come alongside our sons and daughters during this time and give them understanding, guidance, and encouragement – as well as discipleship and discipline when needed – we can lay foundations for a great relationship during the exciting years ahead!

Questions we addressed …

7:21 – They’re so addleheaded in school
11:21 – Highly emotional but lacking in perspective
13:03 – They make wild assertions with no basis in reality
14:16 – The personal challenge of discipleship
14:56 – How to manage a changing school situation
17:37 – What about transitioning to adulthood – even with special needs
20:32 – Suddenly, there’s social anxiety
23:36 – He’s struggling in school and hates it
26:35 – A normally friendly boy growing quiet and withdrawn
28:01 – Tips for overcoming shyness

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/562966972/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/feed/0Nobody told us what to expect ... babies and toddlers we read about, and people warned us in hushed tones about the dreadful teen years, but nobody told us, "Just wait till they're in middle school!" This week on Facebook Live we took questions from pa...

Nobody told us what to expect ... babies and toddlers we read about, and people warned us in hushed tones about the dreadful teen years, but nobody told us, "Just wait till they're in middle school!" This week on Facebook Live we took questions from parents of pre-teens, asking them "What are you having struggles with?" That's the meat of this week's podcast - real live Q&A about dealing with the challenges of tweens!

Whether you call them pre-teens, tweens, middle-schoolers, or something else, your child will go through a transitional period between "clearly a little kid" to "definitely a teenager." That catches most of us by surprise. Why is that? Probably because we're anticipating the physical changes - his voice cracks, she starts her cycle, he's got a proud new whisker, she is starting to get a figure. Before those outward changes appear, there's a tidal wave of hormones that start the body's transformation, and those hormones cause all sorts of effects in their thinking, their emotions, and even their spiritual lives.

What's more important, our families stumble into a relationship minefield at this point. If we don't recognize what's happening and handle it right, we can end up with strained, bent, or broken relationships with our pre-teens.

But it's also an opportunity. If we can come alongside our sons and daughters during this time and give them understanding, guidance, and encouragement - as well as discipleship and discipline when needed - we can lay foundations for a great relationship during the exciting years ahead!

Questions we addressed ...

7:21 - They're so addleheaded in school
11:21 - Highly emotional but lacking in perspective
13:03 - They make wild assertions with no basis in reality
14:16 - The personal challenge of discipleship
14:56 - How to manage a changing school situation
17:37 - What about transitioning to adulthood - even with special needs
20:32 - Suddenly, there's social anxiety
23:36 - He's struggling in school and hates it
26:35 - A normally friendly boy growing quiet and withdrawn
28:01 - Tips for overcoming shyness

Our growing selection of classic, character-building audiobooks]]>Hal Young and Melanie Youngclean28:11https://media.blubrry.com/uhsrnetwork/media.blubrry.com/practicalchristianfamily/media.blubrry.com/uhsrnetwork/content.blubrry.com/uhsrnetwork/MBFLP_208-Middle_School_Q_and_A.mp3https://ultimateradioshow.com/m207/Teaching Kids Self-Control – MBFLP 207https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/558881544/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/
https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/558881544/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#respondTue, 17 Jul 2018 04:01:45 +0000https://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=32271This episode we deal with a perennial problem in parenting – how in the world do we teach our kids self-control? The entertainment and collegiate culture may celebrate raw emotion and thoughtless self-expression – if it’s “authentic” it’s immune from criticism – but the Bible says differently. What’s more, every parent knows that what you […]

This episode we deal with a perennial problem in parenting – how in the world do we teach our kids self-control? The entertainment and collegiate culture may celebrate raw emotion and thoughtless self-expression – if it’s “authentic” it’s immune from criticism – but the Bible says differently. What’s more, every parent knows that what you might laugh about when they’re two, can wreck their lives when they’re twenty … and make your home intolerable when they’re sixteen. So what can we do to start – and continue – teaching the critical habit of self-control?

What Does the Bible Tell Us?

The Scriptures warn against being led by our impulses and appetites. The Proverbs are full of warnings about the outcome of anger, drunkenness, laziness, gluttony, lust … TLDR, it doesn’t end well for the person “whose god is their belly, who set their minds on earthly things.” (Philippians 3:19)

Self-control is a fruit of the Spirit. Galatians 5:21-22 list “self-control” alongside love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, and gentleness, as a sign of the Holy Spirit’s work in someone. That says it’s important, and it also should encourage us to pray for it – for our children and ourselves!

Our children are our disciples and they learn from our example … whether good or bad, and as Jesus said, “everyone when he is fully trained will be like his teacher.” (Luke 6:40 ESV). That should encourage us to try to be the kind of persons we want our kids to become.

Some Practical Ideas

Feelings are real but they may not be accurate. The Lord tells us, “The heart is deceitful above all things …” (Jeremiah 17:9) so we can’t trust every feeling that comes up. Talk with your kids about what they’re feeling and why they think that is. Help them discover whether there’s really a reason to feel so angry or weepy or fearful.

Realize there are times when they really can’t control their emotions. The pre-teen years are so filled with hormones, it is nearly impossible for the young adolescent to handle them. When they’re in an emotional storm, you may need to comfort and calm them before you can have a rational conversation again. This will pass; when they settle down, it’s good to have that discussion with them.

Help them see that self-control (and self-discipline) offers many rewards. A child who can keep his temper or his tears in check is not as likely to be bullied. If they learn to rein in emotional outbursts and blurted observations, they can save themselves a lot of embarrassment and apologies. And learning to defer their immediate desires in order to finish a task or reach toward a goal will be great preparation for a useful adulthood.

Encourage them to reach up to adult roles early. When ours are 12- or 13 years old, we make a formal transition – they’re no longer “little kids” but now “young adults, in training.” We encourage them to take more responsibility for themselves and contribute more to the work around the house – with more freedom and privilege granted as they take on more responsibility. And our parenting has to transition from “direction” to “advice” as they mature – we want to them to be ready to step into full, independent adulthood sooner rather than later, and that means a lot of coaching and advice to get them prepared.

Teaching Self-Control is a Long Process

It starts as soon as you teach them to dress themselves, go to the potty, and come when you call. It won’t end until they’re fully capable and on their own! But as they grow up, keep the goal in mind – a fully matured, self-disciplined, responsible man or woman after all those years of discipleship. With that goal ahead, you’ll be ready to capitalize on every opportunity to encourage and guide them.

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/558881544/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/feed/0This episode we deal with a perennial problem in parenting - how in the world do we teach our kids self-control? The entertainment and collegiate culture may celebrate raw emotion and thoughtless self-expression - if it's "authentic" it's immune from c...

This episode we deal with a perennial problem in parenting - how in the world do we teach our kids self-control? The entertainment and collegiate culture may celebrate raw emotion and thoughtless self-expression - if it's "authentic" it's immune from criticism - but the Bible says differently. What's more, every parent knows that what you might laugh about when they're two, can wreck their lives when they're twenty ... and make your home intolerable when they're sixteen. So what can we do to start - and continue - teaching the critical habit of self-control?

What Does the Bible Tell Us?
The Scriptures warn against being led by our impulses and appetites. The Proverbs are full of warnings about the outcome of anger, drunkenness, laziness, gluttony, lust ... TLDR, it doesn't end well for the person "whose god is their belly, who set their minds on earthly things." (Philippians 3:19)

Self-control is a fruit of the Spirit. Galatians 5:21-22 list "self-control" alongside love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, and gentleness, as a sign of the Holy Spirit's work in someone. That says it's important, and it also should encourage us to pray for it - for our children and ourselves!

Our children are our disciples and they learn from our example ... whether good or bad, and as Jesus said, "everyone when he is fully trained will be like his teacher." (Luke 6:40 ESV). That should encourage us to try to be the kind of persons we want our kids to become.
Some Practical Ideas

Feelings are real but they may not be accurate. The Lord tells us, "The heart is deceitful above all things ..." (Jeremiah 17:9) so we can't trust every feeling that comes up. Talk with your kids about what they're feeling and why they think that is. Help them discover whether there's really a reason to feel so angry or weepy or fearful.

Realize there are times when they really can't control their emotions. The pre-teen years are so filled with hormones, it is nearly impossible for the young adolescent to handle them. When they're in an emotional storm, you may need to comfort and calm them before you can have a rational conversation again. This will pass; when they settle down, it's good to have that discussion with them.

Help them see that self-control (and self-discipline) offers many rewards. A child who can keep his temper or his tears in check is not as likely to be bullied. If they learn to rein in emotional outbursts and blurted observations, they can save themselves a lot of embarrassment and apologies. And learning to defer their immediate desires in order to finish a task or reach toward a goal will be great preparation for a useful adulthood.

Encourage them to reach up to adult roles early. When ours are 12- or 13 years old, we make a formal transition - they're no longer "little kids" but now "young adults, in training." We encourage them to take more responsibility for themselves and contribute more to the work around the house - with more freedom and privilege granted as they take on more responsibility. And our parenting has to transition from "direction" to "advice" as they mature - we want to them to be ready to step into full, independent adulthood sooner rather than later, and that means a lot of coaching and advice to get them prepared.
]]>Hal Young and Melanie Youngclean30:58https://media.blubrry.com/uhsrnetwork/media.blubrry.com/practicalchristianfamily/media.blubrry.com/uhsrnetwork/content.blubrry.com/uhsrnetwork/MBFLP_207_Teaching_Self_Control.mp3https://ultimateradioshow.com/doubling-down-on-seventeen-mbflp-206/Doubling Down on Seventeen – MBFLP 206https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/556772710/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/
https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/556772710/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#respondFri, 06 Jul 2018 13:15:30 +0000https://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=32106We hear from a lot of parents who are struggling with their eleven-year-olds – the preteen uproar is real! But a close second is parents who are wrestling with an older teen – typically a seventeen-year-old. They don’t feel the respect or obedience, they are experiencing pushback and defiance, and they wonder how to make […]

We hear from a lot of parents who are struggling with their eleven-year-olds – the preteen uproar is real! But a close second is parents who are wrestling with an older teen – typically a seventeen-year-old. They don’t feel the respect or obedience, they are experiencing pushback and defiance, and they wonder how to make this kid toe the line again. This episode, we look at that question and how we’d answer it – first hint, there’s an underlying problem that you can do something about, without having to change your child or get their buy-in! (keep reading)

That’s telling young people “You’re not old enough to be an adult until you’re in your mid-twenties.” No wonder psychologists Joseph and Claudia Allen say, in Escaping the Endless Adolescence, “Twenty-five is the new fifteen.”

And studies tell us that frequently, the parent-child relationship is strained or broken in the preteen years – and a rocky time as teenagers often started with the tween years. By the time they’re 17 or 18, they may have long-standing habits of bad interaction – and often, we parents do, too.

So what can be done?

Recognize the transition to adulthood doesn’t happen on the eve of their 18th birthday. We need to be training our teenagers in mature thinking and behavior from their early preteen years. That means we need to …

Recognize their growing adulthood. – They are feeling more and more grown up, and in many ways, they are. We found it helpful to start thinking and speaking of them as young adults, and expecting them to act that way.

Transition parenting from “director” to “advisor.” – Your younger children need your active direction – they need you to be a benevolent dictator! But your teens and young adults need you as an advisor. They need to learn to ask their own questions and do their own research, then make decisions for themselves – not wait for orders nor wrench themselves free of your influence. You want to become a trusted counselor to them, not to order them around but to offer your wisdom and experience as guidance.

Learn to listen. – Often our kids feel like we never listen to them. We are so focused on the parent-child aspect we fail to appreciate them as people. One way to improve that is to always engage a bid for attention: Whenever they speak or whenever they want to show you something, make a point to look up and make eye contact, then engage whatever is on their mind.

Dr Jeff Myers of Summit Ministries says that we must teach truth, but it is only received in the context of a relationship – a relationship of love, trust, and respect.

Psalm 116:1-2 says,I love the LORD, because He has heardMy voice and my supplications.Because He has inclined His ear to me,Therefore I will call upon Him as long as I live

We want that kind of relationship with our adult kids – we want them to love us and we want them to call us when we’re apart. And what does this passage say? “I love the LORD because He has heard and inclined His ear to me.”

If you want your kids to listen to you, then you need to listen to them.
If you want them to pay attention to you, you need to pay attention to them.
If you want them to love and respect you, then you need to love and respect them – in a way that they appreciate!

If you have a 16- or 17-year-old and you find yourself struggling, why not give this a try? Simply recalibrate your own thinking to see them as a young adult—who still needs coaching and guidance, sure! – but a young adult who is truly a complete person with his own needs and concerns and dreams and fears – not just “your kid” who needs correction.

Try reaching out to them as though they were a young adult not in your family.

Treat them with courtesy and not just command.

And see if they don’t respond!

Special Thanks to Our Network Sponsor – Well Planned Gal

Rebecca from the Well Planned Gal understands the challenges of working within a budget, managing multiple children, and trying to keep up with a variety of information. That is why she created popular planner bundles!

Combine organizational tools with year long encouragement by bundling Well Planned Day planners with the popular Family Magazine. For a limited time, Save 30% with one of her popular planner bundles. Each bundle contains 2 planner products with a one-year subscription to Family Magazine.

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/556772710/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/feed/0We hear from a lot of parents who are struggling with their eleven-year-olds - the preteen uproar is real! But a close second is parents who are wrestling with an older teen - typically a seventeen-year-old. They don't feel the respect or obedience,

We hear from a lot of parents who are struggling with their eleven-year-olds - the preteen uproar is real! But a close second is parents who are wrestling with an older teen - typically a seventeen-year-old. They don't feel the respect or obedience, they are experiencing pushback and defiance, and they wonder how to make this kid toe the line again. This episode, we look at that question and how we'd answer it - first hint, there's an underlying problem that you can do something about, without having to change your child or get their buy-in! (keep reading)

That's telling young people "You're not old enough to be an adult until you're in your mid-twenties." No wonder psychologists Joseph and Claudia Allen say, in Escaping the Endless Adolescence, "Twenty-five is the new fifteen."

And studies tell us that frequently, the parent-child relationship is strained or broken in the preteen years - and a rocky time as teenagers often started with the tween years. By the time they're 17 or 18, they may have long-standing habits of bad interaction - and often, we parents do, too.
So what can be done?
Recognize the transition to adulthood doesn't happen on the eve of their 18th birthday. We need to be training our teenagers in mature thinking and behavior from their early preteen years. That means we need to ...

Recognize their growing adulthood. – They are feeling more and more grown up, and in many ways, they are. We found it helpful to start thinking and speaking of them as young adults, and expecting them to act that way.

Transition parenting from “director” to “advisor.” – Your younger children need your active direction – they need you to be a benevolent dictator! But your teens and young adults need you as an advisor. They need to learn to ask their own questions and do their own research, then make decisions for themselves - not wait for orders nor wrench themselves free of your influence. You want to become a trusted counselor to them, not to order them around but to offer your wisdom and experience as guidance.

Learn to listen. – Often our kids feel like we never listen to them. We are so focused on the parent-child aspect we fail to appreciate them as people. One way to improve that is to always engage a bid for attention: Whenever they speak or whenever they want to show you something, make a point to look up and make eye contact, then engage whatever is on their mind.
Dr Jeff Myers of Summit Ministries says that we must teach truth, but it is only received in the context of a relations...]]>Hal Young and Melanie Youngclean35:04https://media.blubrry.com/uhsrnetwork/media.blubrry.com/practicalchristianfamily/media.blubrry.com/uhsrnetwork/content.blubrry.com/uhsrnetwork/MBFLP_206-Seventeen.mp3https://ultimateradioshow.com/m205/Preparing Your Teens for More – MBFLP 205https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747206/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/
https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747206/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#commentsTue, 19 Jun 2018 02:07:55 +0000http://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=31751“You think this is hard – just wait till they’re teenagers!” the stranger told Melanie as she pushed our four young children through the Atlanta zoo. But that’s a cultural expectation, not a foregone conclusion. Why can’t the teen years be productive years of growth, maturity, and deeper fellowship between parent and son or daughter? […]

“You think this is hard – just wait till they’re teenagers!” the stranger told Melanie as she pushed our four young children through the Atlanta zoo. But that’s a cultural expectation, not a foregone conclusion. Why can’t the teen years be productive years of growth, maturity, and deeper fellowship between parent and son or daughter? This episode we’re looking at positive ways to build up your teens during these critical years of transition from childhood to independence!

The Remarkable Potential of Teenagers

The oncologist looked at Hal skeptically.

“Well,” he conceded, “if you feel up to it, you can travel. And you can speak from the platform. But you can’t stand around shaking hands afterward – your immune system is going to be completely shot.”

The results had come back from the biopsy – Hal had advanced lymphoma, and he was about to start chemotherapy. The good doctor from Duke had listened while we explained what we do in our ministry, and travel was a concession – no compromise on the personal contact.

We had hardly gotten this far explaining it to our family when our teenagers burst out, “Don’t worry, Dad – we’ll take care of the book fair!”

Our oldest still at home were 16, 14, and 12. We might have been a little skeptical, but at the time, we didn’t have a choice. Hal was sidelined, Melanie would be busy counseling and praying with parents, and somebody needed to handle the business part of our resource table. If teens are who we had, then teens would have to do the job.

And it has made a world of difference!

Don’t Underestimate Teenagers

So many people consider the teen years and react with alarm, “Batten down the hatches! Duck and cover!” And yet, we look back and history and wonder. Laura Ingalls Wilder was put in charge of a school before she turned 16. John Quincy Adams was 14 when he became the sole translator for America’s embassy to Catherine the Great of Russia. Paul Tripp calls it “The Age of Opportunity;” why shouldn’t we expect more from the teenage years?

What started as a necessity in our family developed into a tradition – ever since that day, our teenagers and their younger siblings have managed our booth and many aspects of our travel. They shoo us out into the aisle, telling us, “You need to be talking with the parents that need help! Let us take care of this stuff.” They load and unload, set up and manage. They deal with customers of all ages, polite or combative. And they take turns in charge of the booth and their siblings, watching the younger ones and passing on job skills to the middle group.

Sometimes they even challenge us! Our third son made it a point of honor to learn to drive our 15-passenger van and trailer in any situation – threading night-time traffic alone in downtown Phoenix, backing the trailer into a tight parking space, or turning the whole rig around on a one-lane road that suddenly became impassable. Hal had to step up and improve his own skills to keep from calling the 16-year-old to get us out of a spot!

They became so involved in the business and support of our ministry, we naturally included them in all our planning. “We need some products to keep the younger children quiet while you talk with their parents,” they told us. We challenged them to come up with ideas, and they located sources for the swords and rubber band guns we sell alongside our books on parenting and marriage.

Three of our teens took what they were learning from our own business and bought another for themselves. The one who took the greatest part at the age of 13 is majoring in entrepreneurship in college and has already attracted venture capitalists to the businesses he’s started.

One of our teens became a freelance journalist at the age of 17 and was writing investigative articles for a statewide magazine before he left for college. Another taught himself guitar and mandolin and joined a bluegrass band at a local coffee house. His elderly bandmates used to tease him, “I’ve got blue jeans older than you, Curly,” and he’d smile and reply, “But I’ve got more hair than all of you, combined.”

What made the difference? For all our teens, they found an area where they could serve, then we encouraged them to step up. By the time they were ready for college, they’d already been participating in grownup activities for two or three years, and they were unafraid to face the new opportunities which opened up in college and their early careers.

Special Thanks to Our Network Sponsor – Well Planned Gal

Rebecca from the Well Planned Gal understands the challenges of working within a budget, managing multiple children, and trying to keep up with a variety of information. That is why she created popular planner bundles!

Combine organizational tools with year long encouragement by bundling Well Planned Day planners with the popular Family Magazine. For a limited time, Save 30% with one of her popular planner bundles. Each bundle contains 2 planner products with a one-year subscription to Family Magazine.

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747206/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/feed/3"You think this is hard - just wait till they're teenagers!" the stranger told Melanie as she pushed our four young children through the Atlanta zoo. But that's a cultural expectation, not a foregone conclusion.

"You think this is hard - just wait till they're teenagers!" the stranger told Melanie as she pushed our four young children through the Atlanta zoo. But that's a cultural expectation, not a foregone conclusion. Why can't the teen years be productive years of growth, maturity, and deeper fellowship between parent and son or daughter? This episode we're looking at positive ways to build up your teens during these critical years of transition from childhood to independence!

The Remarkable Potential of Teenagers
The oncologist looked at Hal skeptically.

“Well,” he conceded, “if you feel up to it, you can travel. And you can speak from the platform. But you can’t stand around shaking hands afterward – your immune system is going to be completely shot.”

The results had come back from the biopsy – Hal had advanced lymphoma, and he was about to start chemotherapy. The good doctor from Duke had listened while we explained what we do in our ministry, and travel was a concession – no compromise on the personal contact.

We had hardly gotten this far explaining it to our family when our teenagers burst out, “Don’t worry, Dad – we’ll take care of the book fair!”

Our oldest still at home were 16, 14, and 12. We might have been a little skeptical, but at the time, we didn’t have a choice. Hal was sidelined, Melanie would be busy counseling and praying with parents, and somebody needed to handle the business part of our resource table. If teens are who we had, then teens would have to do the job.

And it has made a world of difference!
Don’t Underestimate Teenagers
So many people consider the teen years and react with alarm, “Batten down the hatches! Duck and cover!” And yet, we look back and history and wonder. Laura Ingalls Wilder was put in charge of a school before she turned 16. John Quincy Adams was 14 when he became the sole translator for America’s embassy to Catherine the Great of Russia. Paul Tripp calls it “The Age of Opportunity;” why shouldn’t we expect more from the teenage years?

What started as a necessity in our family developed into a tradition – ever since that day, our teenagers and their younger siblings have managed our booth and many aspects of our travel. They shoo us out into the aisle, telling us, “You need to be talking with the parents that need help! Let us take care of this stuff.” They load and unload, set up and manage. They deal with customers of all ages, polite or combative. And they take turns in charge of the booth and their siblings, watching the younger ones and passing on job skills to the middle group.

Sometimes they even challenge us! Our third son made it a point of honor to learn to drive our 15-passenger van and trailer in any situation – threading night-time traffic alone in downtown Phoenix, backing the trailer into a tight parking space, or turning the whole rig around on a one-lane road that suddenly became impassable. Hal had to step up and improve his own skills to keep from calling the 16-year-old to get us out of a spot!

They became so involved in the business and support of our ministry, we naturally included them in all our planning. “We need some products to keep the younger children quiet while you talk with their parents,” they told us. We challenged them to come up with ideas, and they located sources for the swords and rubber band guns we sell alongside our books on parenting and marriage.

Three of our teens took what they were learning from our own business and bought another for themselves. The one who took the greatest part at the age of 13 is majoring in entrepreneurship in college and...]]>Hal Young and Melanie Youngclean28:47https://media.blubrry.com/uhsrnetwork/media.blubrry.com/practicalchristianfamily/media.blubrry.com/uhsrnetwork/content.blubrry.com/uhsrnetwork/MBFLP_205-Preparing_Teens.mp3https://ultimateradioshow.com/when-dad-is-the-teacher-mbflp-204/When DAD Is The Teacher – MBFLP 204https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747210/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/
https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747210/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#respondWed, 13 Jun 2018 17:33:12 +0000http://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=31584Surveys and studies have shown that over 90% of the time, Mom is the primary teacher in a homeschooling family. But that doesn’t account for everyone, and sometimes Dad is the teacher, not Mom. How does that change the homeschooling dynamic? What is it like being a Dad at a support group meeting full of […]

Surveys and studies have shown that over 90% of the time, Mom is the primary teacher in a homeschooling family. But that doesn’t account for everyone, and sometimes Dad is the teacher, not Mom. How does that change the homeschooling dynamic? What is it like being a Dad at a support group meeting full of Moms? How can the homeschooling father find the support and encouragement he needs when so much is aimed at the concerns and struggles of mothers? This episode, we look at the question of what happens when Dad is the teacher.

When Dad is the Homeschool Teacher

Some years ago a survey found that something like 96% of homeschool families report that Mom is the main teacher in the home. That number may have changed with the rise of more digital and co-op programs, but the bottom line remains – at 90% demographics, you have to expect most of the support will be directed toward mothers, not fathers.

But there are many situations where Dad might be the main instructor at home, whether by plan, by accident, or by temporary circumstance. And if Dad’s a homeschool teacher, he needs support and encouragement just like Mom would. How does that work out?

First, it’s nothing to apologize for. While the Bible talks about the instruction of both parents, whether as a couple or individually, it frequently puts the expectation on the father to make sure the children are being trained up “in the nurture and admonition of the Lord.” (Ephesians 6:4). Modern work patterns make it difficult for fathers to personally carry out the 24/7 spirit of Deuteronomy 6:7 – “You shall teach them diligently to your children, and shall talk of them when you sit in your house, when you walk by the way, when you lie down, and when you rise up.” If a Dad does have the opportunity by working from home or whatever, that’s a blessing in itself.

No matter who’s teaching, you’ll need to communicate with your mate. Keep her in the loop. Give her a daily update. Reach out during the day with prayer requests or interesting news. Coordinate on decisions. And give yourself a mental break at the end of the day before she comes home from work, so you can ease her return to the family after the distraction and stress of the workplace.

As the dad, you may not be as tuned in to your child’s non-verbal and emotional communication. Get your wife’s input and trust her instincts. (On the plus side, you are likely to experience less stress and uncertainty over choices and directions for the homeschool. We tell moms to recruit their husbands’ decisiveness to break the impasse they experience).

Do be sensitive to your children’s childhood. We dads get really goal-oriented and sometimes we don’t allow for their normal levels of distraction, fatigue, and so forth. They’re kids!

Understand their differences

Understand the learning differences between your sons and your daughters. Boys tend to be noisy, physical, active, and just hard to teach. Moms often don’t instinctively get this, and you do. But you might need some insight into what makes your daughters special.

For example, our sons like the teaching to be emphatic, confident, engaging, challenging. They like to debate. And they like the room well lit and cold, preferably with a breeze in their faces. We understand this. Our daughters like things more warm and nurturing, affirming, peaceable, gentle rather than stirring. You need to speak both languages, if you have both sons and daughters to teach.

One thing I find I CANNOT do is divide my attention. If I’m teaching our kids or interacting with them in any way, I have to focus on them. I simply don’t have the ability to continue working on my laptop and have a conversation or lead an activity at the same time. The multitasking gift is a great boon to homeschooling moms; I do things like keep a notebook handy, and anytime I’m interrupted (a billion times per day), make a note of what I’m doing. That way I can get back on task without trying to keep half my brain on hold while I talk with my child.

We all need support

Finally, recognize that all homeschool teachers need support. Join a local group, even if you’re the only father in the mix. Yes, there will be some conversations you just can’t connect with, but there are so many other things which are important. Your kids need the peer group, there will be activities and opportunities that enrich their learning and make your teaching easier, and you’ll be less isolated yourself.

— Hal

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747210/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/feed/0Surveys and studies have shown that over 90% of the time, Mom is the primary teacher in a homeschooling family. But that doesn’t account for everyone, and sometimes Dad is the teacher, not Mom. How does that change the homeschooling dynamic?

Surveys and studies have shown that over 90% of the time, Mom is the primary teacher in a homeschooling family. But that doesn’t account for everyone, and sometimes Dad is the teacher, not Mom. How does that change the homeschooling dynamic? What is it like being a Dad at a support group meeting full of Moms? How can the homeschooling father find the support and encouragement he needs when so much is aimed at the concerns and struggles of mothers? This episode, we look at the question of what happens when Dad is the teacher.

When Dad is the Homeschool Teacher
Some years ago a survey found that something like 96% of homeschool families report that Mom is the main teacher in the home. That number may have changed with the rise of more digital and co-op programs, but the bottom line remains - at 90% demographics, you have to expect most of the support will be directed toward mothers, not fathers.

But there are many situations where Dad might be the main instructor at home, whether by plan, by accident, or by temporary circumstance. And if Dad's a homeschool teacher, he needs support and encouragement just like Mom would. How does that work out?

First, it's nothing to apologize for. While the Bible talks about the instruction of both parents, whether as a couple or individually, it frequently puts the expectation on the father to make sure the children are being trained up "in the nurture and admonition of the Lord." (Ephesians 6:4). Modern work patterns make it difficult for fathers to personally carry out the 24/7 spirit of Deuteronomy 6:7 - “You shall teach them diligently to your children, and shall talk of them when you sit in your house, when you walk by the way, when you lie down, and when you rise up." If a Dad does have the opportunity by working from home or whatever, that's a blessing in itself.

No matter who's teaching, you'll need to communicate with your mate. Keep her in the loop. Give her a daily update. Reach out during the day with prayer requests or interesting news. Coordinate on decisions. And give yourself a mental break at the end of the day before she comes home from work, so you can ease her return to the family after the distraction and stress of the workplace.

As the dad, you may not be as tuned in to your child's non-verbal and emotional communication. Get your wife's input and trust her instincts. (On the plus side, you are likely to experience less stress and uncertainty over choices and directions for the homeschool. We tell moms to recruit their husbands' decisiveness to break the impasse they experience).

Do be sensitive to your children's childhood. We dads get really goal-oriented and sometimes we don't allow for their normal levels of distraction, fatigue, and so forth. They're kids!
Understand their differences
Understand the learning differences between your sons and your daughters. Boys tend to be noisy, physical, active, and just hard to teach. Moms often don't instinctively get this, and you do. But you might need some insight into what makes your daughters special.

For example, our sons like the teaching to be emphatic, confident, engaging, challenging. They like to debate. And they like the room well lit and cold, preferably with a breeze in their faces. We understand this. Our daughters like things more warm and nurturing, affirming, peaceable, gentle rather than stirring. You need to speak both languages, if you have both sons and daughters to teach.

One thing I find I CANNOT do is divide my attention. If I'm teaching our kids or interacting with them in any way,]]>Hal Young and Melanie Youngclean30:53https://media.blubrry.com/uhsrnetwork/media.blubrry.com/practicalchristianfamily/media.blubrry.com/uhsrnetwork/content.blubrry.com/uhsrnetwork/MBFLP_204-Dad_Teaching.mp3https://ultimateradioshow.com/m203/Win-Win Arguments – MBFLP 203https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747214/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/
Tue, 22 May 2018 00:47:17 +0000http://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=31191It’s inevitable that we will have conflicts with the ones we love – the simple fact of fallen people living in a fallen world means accidents, misunderstandings, expectations – and yes, downright sin sometimes. When they happen, though, how do we turn the unavoidable conflict into something constructive? Can we argue in a way the […]

It’s inevitable that we will have conflicts with the ones we love – the simple fact of fallen people living in a fallen world means accidents, misunderstandings, expectations – and yes, downright sin sometimes. When they happen, though, how do we turn the unavoidable conflict into something constructive? Can we argue in a way the honors God and leaves our relationship stronger? Is it all about the win, or is there a bigger goal in mind? This week, we talk about choosing your battles carefully and aiming to fight so we both win!

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It's inevitable that we will have conflicts with the ones we love - the simple fact of fallen people living in a fallen world means accidents, misunderstandings, expectations - and yes, downright sin sometimes. When they happen, though,

It's inevitable that we will have conflicts with the ones we love - the simple fact of fallen people living in a fallen world means accidents, misunderstandings, expectations - and yes, downright sin sometimes. When they happen, though, how do we turn the unavoidable conflict into something constructive? Can we argue in a way the honors God and leaves our relationship stronger? Is it all about the win, or is there a bigger goal in mind? This week, we talk about choosing your battles carefully and aiming to fight so we both win!

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747218/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#respondMon, 14 May 2018 18:15:20 +0000http://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=31069Kids need discipline, and in fact, God tells us that a child who doesn’t receive discipline has been rejected by his parents! (Hebrews 12) Discipline, after all, is discipleship – it’s meant to teach, not just punish. But there are good and very bad ideas for administering the needed correction to our kids. How can you discipline […]

Kids need discipline, and in fact, God tells us that a child who doesn’t receive discipline has been rejected by his parents! (Hebrews 12) Discipline, after all, is discipleship – it’s meant to teach, not just punish. But there are good and very bad ideas for administering the needed correction to our kids. How can you discipline your child without breaking their spirit? That’s what we’re talking about this episode.

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Kids need discipline, and in fact, God tells us that a child who doesn't receive discipline has been rejected by his parents! (Hebrews 12) Discipline, after all, is discipleship - it's meant to teach, not just punish. But there are good and very bad ideas for administering the needed correction to our kids. How can you discipline your child without breaking their spirit? That's what we're talking about this episode.

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747224/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#commentsTue, 01 May 2018 04:49:00 +0000http://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=30738“My son shows me disrespect.” “How can I deal with the disrespect from our kids?” “What can I do to teach my children to be more respectful?” It’s something we all have to deal with as parents, and yet it’s hard – and some of us struggle more than we expected! This episode, we look […]

“My son shows me disrespect.” “How can I deal with the disrespect from our kids?” “What can I do to teach my children to be more respectful?” It’s something we all have to deal with as parents, and yet it’s hard – and some of us struggle more than we expected! This episode, we look at the very real question of respect – teaching our kids to show it, dealing with them when they don’t, where this may be coming from, and what God expects from all of us!

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"My son shows me disrespect." "How can I deal with the disrespect from our kids?" "What can I do to teach my children to be more respectful?" It's something we all have to deal with as parents, and yet it's hard - and some of us struggle more than we expected! This episode, we look at the very real question of respect - teaching our kids to show it, dealing with them when they don't, where this may be coming from, and what God expects from all of us!

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747238/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#respondTue, 24 Apr 2018 02:41:28 +0000http://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=30612What can you do when Mom and Dad have different perspectives on parenting? We get this question a lot, and it’s a concern – but in many cases, it may be a feature, not a bug! “There is unity of spirit, but diversity of gifts – just like in the church,” we think – listen […]

What can you do when Mom and Dad have different perspectives on parenting? We get this question a lot, and it’s a concern – but in many cases, it may be a feature, not a bug! “There is unity of spirit, but diversity of gifts – just like in the church,” we think – listen in and see why!

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What can you do when Mom and Dad have different perspectives on parenting? We get this question a lot, and it's a concern - but in many cases, it may be a feature, not a bug! "There is unity of spirit, but diversity of gifts - just like in the church," we think - listen in and see why!
References
Abigail Shrier, "'Knock it Off' and 'Shake it Off': The Case for Dad-Style Parenting"
Wall Street Journal, 3/12/18 - online (subscription)

The commentary on Albert Mohler's podcast, "The Briefing," may be helpful - 3/16/18, segment 3

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747250/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#commentsWed, 04 Apr 2018 12:00:57 +0000http://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=30270We’ve traveled about 150,000 miles for ministry and business the past several years, so we’ve learned a few things about taking a big family on big trips for small budgets. This year, we have several new tips, trick, hacks, and advice on budget travel, discount lodging, and cheap food along the way – it’s our […]

We’ve traveled about 150,000 miles for ministry and business the past several years, so we’ve learned a few things about taking a big family on big trips for small budgets. This year, we have several new tips, trick, hacks, and advice on budget travel, discount lodging, and cheap food along the way – it’s our annual “Cheap Family Travel” update, and it may change the way you look at vacation or business trips forever!

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Based on the inspiring true story of West High School girl’s volleyball team. After the tragic death of the school’s star player Caroline “Line” Found, the remaining team players must band together under the guidance of their tough-love coach in hope of winning the state championship.

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747250/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/feed/1We've traveled about 150,000 miles for ministry and business the past several years, so we've learned a few things about taking a big family on big trips for small budgets. This year, we have several new tips, trick, hacks,

We've traveled about 150,000 miles for ministry and business the past several years, so we've learned a few things about taking a big family on big trips for small budgets. This year, we have several new tips, trick, hacks, and advice on budget travel, discount lodging, and cheap food along the way - it's our annual "Cheap Family Travel" update, and it may change the way you look at vacation or business trips forever!
Special Thanks to our Network Sponsor!

We’d like to thank our Ultimate Homeschool Radio Network sponsor, The Miracle Season!

Based on the inspiring true story of West High School girl's volleyball team. After the tragic death of the school's star player Caroline "Line" Found, the remaining team players must band together under the guidance of their tough-love coach in hope of winning the state championship.

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747262/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#respondTue, 27 Mar 2018 03:02:20 +0000http://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=29720This page may contain affiliate links which earn us a small commission while not costing you anything extra. Have you ever thought about “coming home” from the corporate world and running a family business? A lot of homeschooling families dream about that day … but we found there are some surprising discoveries when your mate […]

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This page may contain affiliate links which earn us a small commission while not costing you anything extra.

Have you ever thought about “coming home” from the corporate world and running a family business? A lot of homeschooling families dream about that day … but we found there are some surprising discoveries when your mate is now your business partner and co-worker!

This episode, Hal and Melanie sit down with their friends Larry and Sue Pruett of Side-by-Side Business, to talk about work-life balance, homeschooling while running a business, and what all four of us learned in the transition from 9-t0-5 life to working from home with our spouses!

Take the Proven Amazon Course and learn how to become an Amazon Seller from home! This course is chock-full of information for selling online. We took it ourselves!

Special Thanks to our Network Sponsor!

We’d like to thank our Ultimate Homeschool Radio Network sponsor, The Miracle Season!

Based on the inspiring true story of West High School girl’s volleyball team. After the tragic death of the school’s star player Caroline “Line” Found, the remaining team players must band together under the guidance of their tough-love coach in hope of winning the state championship.

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Have you ever thought about "coming home" from the corporate world and running a family business? A lot of homeschooling families dream about that day ... but we found there are some surprising discoveries when your mate is now your business partner and co-worker!

This episode, Hal and Melanie sit down with their friends Larry and Sue Pruett of Side-by-Side Business, to talk about work-life balance, homeschooling while running a business, and what all four of us learned in the transition from 9-t0-5 life to working from home with our spouses!

Take the Proven Amazon Course and learn how to become an Amazon Seller from home! This course is chock-full of information for selling online. We took it ourselves!
Special Thanks to our Network Sponsor!

We’d like to thank our Ultimate Homeschool Radio Network sponsor, The Miracle Season!

Based on the inspiring true story of West High School girl's volleyball team. After the tragic death of the school's star player Caroline "Line" Found, the remaining team players must band together under the guidance of their tough-love coach in hope of winning the state championship.

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Studies are showing that high school seniors are less prepared for independent adult life than their parents and grandparents were, and psychologists are saying “Twenty-five is the new fifteen.” Does it have to be that way? Can’t we raise teens who are ready to step into grown up life? What are some practical steps for teaching adult skills? This episode, we look at “adulting” and how to get kids on track for responsibility – and success – as grownups!

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Studies are showing that high school seniors are less prepared for independent adult life than their parents and grandparents were, and psychologists are saying "Twenty-five is the new fifteen." Does it have to be that way? Can't we raise teens who are ready to step into grown up life? What are some practical steps for teaching adult skills? This episode, we look at "adulting" and how to get kids on track for responsibility - and success - as grownups!

Interested in the books we mentioned? These affiliate links take you to Amazon but also support this program at no cost to you!

The animated feature, ‘ICE DRAGON: LEGEND OF THE BLUE DAISIES,’ blooms on big screens nationwide for a two-day family-friendly Adventure. Take an amazing journey to an enchanted world that holds a secret…where hope is in a song! In select cinemas nationwide March 24 and 26 only. If you missed the live event, purchase a copy for your home library on Blue Ray, Digital or DVD.Visit here to learn more.

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747284/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#respondFri, 02 Mar 2018 03:34:46 +0000http://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=29187 To love and to cherish … in sickness and in health For most of us, getting married at our healthy young-adult peak, the thought of life-rattling sickness is just a theoretical thing … most of us haven’t suffered more than an annual flu or a sprained ankle. Yet living in a fallen world, […]

To love and to cherish … in sickness and in health

For most of us, getting married at our healthy young-adult peak, the thought of life-rattling sickness is just a theoretical thing … most of us haven’t suffered more than an annual flu or a sprained ankle. Yet living in a fallen world, we can count on encountering an injury, a serious illness, or some other medical issue that calls us to account for that promise. How do we show love in sickness – whether our mate’s the one under the weather, or we are?

We’ve been there (both of us) so join us for a full episode of reasons to show extra love – and ideas how to make it work – when there’s sickness in the family!

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To love and to cherish ... in sickness and in health
For most of us, getting married at our healthy young-adult peak, the thought of life-rattling sickness is just a theoretical thing ... most of us haven't suffered more than an annual flu or a sprained ankle. Yet living in a fallen world, we can count on encountering an injury, a serious illness, or some other medical issue that calls us to account for that promise. How do we show love in sickness - whether our mate's the one under the weather, or we are?

We've been there (both of us) so join us for a full episode of reasons to show extra love - and ideas how to make it work - when there's sickness in the family!

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747292/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#respondSat, 10 Feb 2018 04:26:44 +0000http://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=28805Just when you thought the rise in sexual abuse of kids couldn’t get more horrifying, recent news has been full of the trials and convictions of Dr. Larry Nassar, the former team physician for Michigan State University and USA Gymnastics – the oversight organization for the U.S. Olympic gymnastics program. Over 150 women and girls […]

Just when you thought the rise in sexual abuse of kids couldn’t get more horrifying, recent news has been full of the trials and convictions of Dr. Larry Nassar, the former team physician for Michigan State University and USA Gymnastics – the oversight organization for the U.S. Olympic gymnastics program. Over 150 women and girls have testified how he molested them in the context of sports medical treatment – for over twenty years, in spite of reports and appeals to supervisors and authorities. It’s horrific … but we need to learn from the revelations how we can better protect our own children from this sort of abuse. Warning about “stranger danger” and us simply being thereare not enough in today’s climate of rampant abuse. This episode, we talk about important practical steps we can take to combat the new wave of abuse … even from persons in positions of trust.

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Just when you thought the rise in sexual abuse of kids couldn't get more horrifying, recent news has been full of the trials and convictions of Dr. Larry Nassar, the former team physician for Michigan State University and USA Gymnastics - the oversight organization for the U.S. Olympic gymnastics program. Over 150 women and girls have testified how he molested them in the context of sports medical treatment - for over twenty years, in spite of reports and appeals to supervisors and authorities. It's horrific ... but we need to learn from the revelations how we can better protect our own children from this sort of abuse. Warning about "stranger danger" and us simply being there are not enough in today's climate of rampant abuse. This episode, we talk about important practical steps we can take to combat the new wave of abuse ... even from persons in positions of trust.

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747300/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#respondMon, 29 Jan 2018 02:12:09 +0000http://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=28368“Is midlife crisis even a real thing?” The question arose in a Christian forum recently, and it’s a valid concern. Should we just expect something to go bad when we turn 40, and brace ourselves for a time of existential grief and self-searching? Or is it just a worldly excuse for a spin of self-indulgence […]

“Is midlife crisis even a real thing?”

The question arose in a Christian forum recently, and it’s a valid concern. Should we just expect something to go bad when we turn 40, and brace ourselves for a time of existential grief and self-searching? Or is it just a worldly excuse for a spin of self-indulgence once the kids are in high school? We’d say no to both ideas – that there are normal times of transition and reflection in our lives, but they’re times of opportunity and advance. This episode, we’ll talk about how to make the most of your midlife transition without making a fool of yourself!

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"Is midlife crisis even a real thing?"
The question arose in a Christian forum recently, and it's a valid concern. Should we just expect something to go bad when we turn 40, and brace ourselves for a time of existential grief and self-searching? Or is it just a worldly excuse for a spin of self-indulgence once the kids are in high school? We'd say no to both ideas - that there are normal times of transition and reflection in our lives, but they're times of opportunity and advance. This episode, we'll talk about how to make the most of your midlife transition without making a fool of yourself!

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747308/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#respondSat, 27 Jan 2018 13:33:02 +0000http://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=28603Only one out of five American families has more than two kids. If you’re in that 20%, you’ve probably been asked why – or if you’re in the 80%, you might have posed the question yourself! We have eight kids, and we’ve been asked – this episode, we talk about why a couple of average […]

Only one out of five American families has more than two kids. If you’re in that 20%, you’ve probably been asked why – or if you’re in the 80%, you might have posed the question yourself! We have eight kids, and we’ve been asked – this episode, we talk about why a couple of average Baptists decided having a big family wasn’t a bad idea after all!

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Only one out of five American families has more than two kids. If you're in that 20%, you've probably been asked why - or if you're in the 80%, you might have posed the question yourself! We have eight kids, and we've been asked - this episode, we talk about why a couple of average Baptists decided having a big family wasn't a bad idea after all!

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747318/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#commentsThu, 18 Jan 2018 03:08:13 +0000http://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=28370A recent study reported that parents experience 23 “pangs of guilt” every week about their parenting decisions. Surely we’re not all ruining our children, destroying the planet, and failing in every regard. So what can we do about nagging guilt feelings as Mom or Dad? This episode we talk about real guilt, false guilt, and […]

A recent study reported that parents experience 23 “pangs of guilt” every week about their parenting decisions. Surely we’re not all ruining our children, destroying the planet, and failing in every regard. So what can we do about nagging guilt feelings as Mom or Dad? This episode we talk about real guilt, false guilt, and how to deal with both kinds Biblically!

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A recent study reported that parents experience 23 "pangs of guilt" every week about their parenting decisions. Surely we're not all ruining our children, destroying the planet, and failing in every regard. So what can we do about nagging guilt feelings as Mom or Dad? This episode we talk about real guilt, false guilt, and how to deal with both kinds Biblically!

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747330/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#commentsWed, 10 Jan 2018 04:43:32 +0000http://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=28342This episode, we open up about several of the big releases in the theaters right now – and share some principles we use for evaluating entertainment through a Biblical lens for our family! Join us as we look at Darkest Hour, Murder on the Orient Express, The Greatest Showman, and The Last Jedi, with a […]

This episode, we open up about several of the big releases in the theaters right now – and share some principles we use for evaluating entertainment through a Biblical lens for our family! Join us as we look at Darkest Hour, Murder on the Orient Express, The Greatest Showman, and The Last Jedi, with a different approach for thumbs-up or -down.

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This episode, we open up about several of the big releases in the theaters right now - and share some principles we use for evaluating entertainment through a Biblical lens for our family! Join us as we look at Darkest Hour, Murder on the Orient Express, The Greatest Showman, and The Last Jedi, with a different approach for thumbs-up or -down.
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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747342/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#respondThu, 07 Dec 2017 18:10:14 +0000http://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=27877For a holiday in the church calendar, it’s amazing how many opinions and practices and scruples Christians have about celebrating Christ’s birth! This week we start from a friend’s question about Christmas trees and look at the underlying issues of Christian liberty, conscience, grace, and the gospel. Join us for this timely and practical look […]

For a holiday in the church calendar, it’s amazing how many opinions and practices and scruples Christians have about celebrating Christ’s birth! This week we start from a friend’s question about Christmas trees and look at the underlying issues of Christian liberty, conscience, grace, and the gospel. Join us for this timely and practical look at Christmas and convictions!

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For a holiday in the church calendar, it's amazing how many opinions and practices and scruples Christians have about celebrating Christ's birth! This week we start from a friend's question about Christmas trees and look at the underlying issues of Christian liberty, conscience, grace, and the gospel. Join us for this timely and practical look at Christmas and convictions!

KiwiCo has monthly subscriptions of hands-on projects that make learning fun! Their core offering is projects that make learning about STEAM -- science, technology, engineering, art, and math -- accessible and are designed to spark creativity, tinkering, and learning. Some recent favorite crates are the Slime Lab, Physics Carnival, and Paper Circuits.

Ultimate Homeschool Radio Network is excited to be able to offer you the chance to try them for FREE. To learn more about their projects for kids ages 2 to 16 AND to redeem this exclusive offer, click here to get your first month free today (just pay $4.95 for shipping)

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747354/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#commentsFri, 01 Dec 2017 00:35:32 +0000http://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=27731We all have to deal with it – there are days when the kids drive us crazy, or even, just one kid pushes us a little too far. What do you do when the anger rises? How do you deal with mad feelings? Is it okay to express our frustration … or should we bury […]

We all have to deal with it – there are days when the kids drive us crazy, or even, just one kid pushes us a little too far. What do you do when the anger rises? How do you deal with mad feelings? Is it okay to express our frustration … or should we bury it instead? This episode, we’re talking about anger and what we do with this powerful emotion …

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We all have to deal with it - there are days when the kids drive us crazy, or even, just one kid pushes us a little too far. What do you do when the anger rises? How do you deal with mad feelings? Is it okay to express our frustration ... or should we bury it instead? This episode, we're talking about anger and what we do with this powerful emotion ...

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747366/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#respondMon, 20 Nov 2017 20:33:52 +0000http://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=27521Pollsters tell us that Americans are planning to spend $862 each this Christmas. Well, maybe your family doesn’t have a $1700 gift budget … or maybe yours does, but you want to give presents with lasting value. How do you go about that? This episode we talk about things we do to make gift-giving both […]

Pollsters tell us that Americans are planning to spend $862 each this Christmas. Well, maybe your family doesn’t have a $1700 gift budget … or maybe yours does, but you want to give presents with lasting value. How do you go about that? This episode we talk about things we do to make gift-giving both meaningful and affordable!

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Pollsters tell us that Americans are planning to spend $862 each this Christmas. Well, maybe your family doesn't have a $1700 gift budget ... or maybe yours does, but you want to give presents with lasting value. How do you go about that? This episode we talk about things we do to make gift-giving both meaningful and affordable!

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747378/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#respondSat, 18 Nov 2017 04:58:50 +0000http://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=27467Are you a frightened parent? It’s one thing to be prudent, because there are real dangers that threaten our kids … but when our caution becomes fear, it can interfere with our children’s healthy development to competent adults … and psychologists say that anxiety is a hallmark of the Millennial adult. This episode, we look […]

Are you a frightened parent? It’s one thing to be prudent, because there are real dangers that threaten our kids … but when our caution becomes fear, it can interfere with our children’s healthy development to competent adults … and psychologists say that anxiety is a hallmark of the Millennial adult. This episode, we look at some ways that loving parents might accidentally make things worse when they operate in fear, not faith!

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Are you a frightened parent? It's one thing to be prudent, because there are real dangers that threaten our kids ... but when our caution becomes fear, it can interfere with our children's healthy development to competent adults ... and psychologists say that anxiety is a hallmark of the Millennial adult. This episode, we look at some ways that loving parents might accidentally make things worse when they operate in fear, not faith!

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747392/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#respondTue, 07 Nov 2017 01:36:21 +0000http://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=27273It’s been a hot discussion in homeschooling for decades – what should we teach our kids about finding a mate? What’s really the Biblical model? After following one philosophy for several years and then realizing some of the assumptions really weren’t playing out in reality, we delved back into the Scriptures and found some surprising things […]

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It’s been a hot discussion in homeschooling for decades – what should we teach our kids about finding a mate? What’s really the Biblical model? After following one philosophy for several years and then realizing some of the assumptions really weren’t playing out in reality, we delved back into the Scriptures and found some surprising things people didn’t talk about. Join us for our quick tour of what we found the Bible really says about finding a mate!

Examples We Referenced

The Executive VP Goes Cousin Shopping – Genesis 24
Hello, and Where Did I Get This Scar? – Genesis 2
A Funny Thing Happened After the Service – Judges 21

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Examples We Referenced
The Executive VP Goes Cousin Shopping - Genesis 24
Hello, and Where Did I Get This Scar? - Genesis 2
A Funny Thing Happened After the Service - Judges 21

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747404/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#respondSat, 28 Oct 2017 14:31:33 +0000http://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=27135Are you in ministry, or do think you might be called into some kind of Christian service, but have mixed feelings and doubts about the role of your kids? How do you do Kingdom work with little ones in tow? Is it even possible? We’d suggest that not only is it possible, sometimes having your […]

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Are you in ministry, or do think you might be called into some kind of Christian service, but have mixed feelings and doubts about the role of your kids? How do you do Kingdom work with little ones in tow? Is it even possible? We’d suggest that not only is it possible, sometimes having your family along enhances your ministry. This episode we look at ways to approach ministry, from Saturday volunteering up to full-time vocational service, when you’ve got children along.

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Special Thanks to our Network Sponsor!

We'd like to thank our Ultimate Homeschool Radio Network sponsor Sony and their new movie, The Star, the Story of the First Christmas - Coming in Theaters November 17th!

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747416/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#respondThu, 12 Oct 2017 22:08:15 +0000http://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=26805Sometimes you have a student who struggles – but just in one area! How do you understand and help a student who’s “twice exceptional” – who’s both gifted and special needs at the same time? Resources We Recommend We have several resources on our website – CLICK HERE to check them out! Home School Foundation […]

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Resources We Recommend
We have several resources on our website - CLICK HERE to check them out!

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747428/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#commentsWed, 27 Sep 2017 01:41:41 +0000http://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=26584Sometimes even the best-intentioned relationships come to an end. It’s going to be awkward, and it’s probably going hurt. Does the Bible give us any direction on how to do this? You bet – let’s talk about it and let’s prepare our kids to act like believers even in a situation they never dreamed they’d […]

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Sometimes even the best-intentioned relationships come to an end. It’s going to be awkward, and it’s probably going hurt. Does the Bible give us any direction on how to do this? You bet – let’s talk about it and let’s prepare our kids to act like believers even in a situation they never dreamed they’d be in.

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747442/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#respondMon, 18 Sep 2017 16:00:53 +0000http://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=26376The process of applying for college can be stressful for homeschoolers. It’s hard enough being both Mom and Teacher – now she has to play Guidance Counselor too! Can your son prove he’s ready for college? How can you showcase your daughter’s real gifts? Will admissions offices believe it when Mom gives the grades? Hal […]

The process of applying for college can be stressful for homeschoolers. It’s hard enough being both Mom and Teacher – now she has to play Guidance Counselor too! Can your son prove he’s ready for college? How can you showcase your daughter’s real gifts? Will admissions offices believe it when Mom gives the grades? Hal and Melanie have successfully launched four children from homeschooling to the college classroom – this episode, they share some important principles for building an awesome – and truthful! – college application.

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The process of applying for college can be stressful for homeschoolers. It's hard enough being both Mom and Teacher - now she has to play Guidance Counselor too! Can your son prove he's ready for college? How can you showcase your daughter's real gifts? Will admissions offices believe it when Mom gives the grades? Hal and Melanie have successfully launched four children from homeschooling to the college classroom - this episode, they share some important principles for building an awesome - and truthful! - college application.

Special Thanks to our Network Sponsor!
We'd like to thank our Ultimate Homeschool Radio Network sponsor Raddish - a cooking club and curriculum, specially designed FOR KIDS by chefs and educators! Raddish is perfect for homeschooling families! Teach thematic cooking lessons that incorporate math, science, nutrition, geography, and culture. With Raddish, the kitchen is the tastiest place to learn! Use coupon code PODCAST at checkout for $15 off a 6 or 12 month membership. Visit RaddishKids.com/Homeschool to learn more and to download a free lesson.

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747454/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#respondMon, 11 Sep 2017 22:24:33 +0000http://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=26179The news is full of alarming stories – hurricanes, flooding, wildfires, and more – and it’s nearly impossible to shield our kids from hearing about it. How do you help your children understand natural disasters and bad news with concern but not panic? Do you talk with your teenagers differently than your young kids? What […]

The news is full of alarming stories – hurricanes, flooding, wildfires, and more – and it’s nearly impossible to shield our kids from hearing about it. How do you help your children understand natural disasters and bad news with concern but not panic? Do you talk with your teenagers differently than your young kids? What should we be thinking ourselves? Don’t miss this timely episode —

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Special Thanks to our Network Sponsor!

We’d like to thank our Ultimate Homeschool Radio Network sponsor Raddish – a cooking club and curriculum, specially designed FOR KIDS by chefs and educators! Raddish is perfect for homeschooling families! Teach thematic cooking lessons that incorporate math, science, nutrition, geography, and culture. With Raddish, the kitchen is the tastiest place to learn! Use coupon code PODCAST at checkout for $15 off a 6 or 12 month membership. Visit RaddishKids.com/Homeschool to learn more and to download a free lesson.

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The news is full of alarming stories - hurricanes, flooding, wildfires, and more - and it's nearly impossible to shield our kids from hearing about it. How do you help your children understand natural disasters and bad news with concern but not panic? Do you talk with your teenagers differently than your young kids? What should we be thinking ourselves? Don't miss this timely episode --

Special Thanks to our Network Sponsor!
We'd like to thank our Ultimate Homeschool Radio Network sponsor Raddish - a cooking club and curriculum, specially designed FOR KIDS by chefs and educators! Raddish is perfect for homeschooling families! Teach thematic cooking lessons that incorporate math, science, nutrition, geography, and culture. With Raddish, the kitchen is the tastiest place to learn! Use coupon code PODCAST at checkout for $15 off a 6 or 12 month membership. Visit RaddishKids.com/Homeschool to learn more and to download a free lesson.

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/592919888/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#respondTue, 05 Sep 2017 00:51:55 +0000http://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=25799Emergency Homeschooling ~ Episode 180 We love meeting families who decide to homeschool when they’re still years from “school age” – but sometimes people end up homeschooling suddenly (or emergency homeschooling.) What do you do if you have to jump into home education because of an unexpected relocation, an unacceptable situation at school, or a […]

We love meeting families who decide to homeschool when they’re still years from “school age” – but sometimes people end up homeschooling suddenly (or emergency homeschooling.) What do you do if you have to jump into home education because of an unexpected relocation, an unacceptable situation at school, or a serious illness or injury? How do you handle emergency homeschooling when you weren’t planning to homeschool at all?

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/592919888/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/feed/0Emergency Homeschooling ~ Episode 180 We love meeting families who decide to homeschool when they're still years from "school age" - but sometimes people end up homeschooling suddenly (or emergency homeschooling.

We love meeting families who decide to homeschool when they're still years from "school age" - but sometimes people end up homeschooling suddenly (or emergency homeschooling.) What do you do if you have to jump into home education because of an unexpected relocation, an unacceptable situation at school, or a serious illness or injury? How do you handle emergency homeschooling when you weren't planning to homeschool at all?

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747474/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#respondMon, 28 Aug 2017 17:41:09 +0000http://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=25790We had six boys, one after another, and thought our family’s sort of crazy was just normal life. Then people who had girls first started asking, “How in the world do you manage to homeschool all those boys?” The fact is, they are very different from their sisters – and from the moms who teach […]

We had six boys, one after another, and thought our family’s sort of crazy was just normal life. Then people who had girls first started asking, “How in the world do you manage to homeschool all those boys?” The fact is, they are very different from their sisters – and from the moms who teach them both. This episode, we look at some basic principles we’ve learned about creating a homeschool that works with boys as they are rather than struggling to fit them into a less boyish mold.

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We had six boys, one after another, and thought our family's sort of crazy was just normal life. Then people who had girls first started asking, "How in the world do you manage to homeschool all those boys?" The fact is, they are very different from their sisters - and from the moms who teach them both. This episode, we look at some basic principles we've learned about creating a homeschool that works with boys as they are rather than struggling to fit them into a less boyish mold.

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747482/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#commentsTue, 15 Aug 2017 00:01:40 +0000http://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=25569 Long ago, we noticed a revolving door at the eighth grade – parents who homeschooled their children from the beginning putting their kids into the school system, and public school parents pulling their kids out of the very same pipeline. Maybe the problem isn’t the school, but the student! This episode we talk about […]

Long ago, we noticed a revolving door at the eighth grade – parents who homeschooled their children from the beginning putting their kids into the school system, and public school parents pulling their kids out of the very same pipeline. Maybe the problem isn’t the school, but the student! This episode we talk about early teens who get restless and uncooperative about schoolwork, and some strategies to help everyone get through this struggle!

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Long ago, we noticed a revolving door at the eighth grade - parents who homeschooled their children from the beginning putting their kids into the school system, and public school parents pulling their kids out of the very same pipeline. Maybe the problem isn't the school, but the student! This episode we talk about early teens who get restless and uncooperative about schoolwork, and some strategies to help everyone get through this struggle!

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747490/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#respondTue, 08 Aug 2017 00:59:55 +0000http://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=25420One of the most disturbing, even frightening, experiences of our parenting journey was learning of a child’s spiritual doubts. After pouring love and Scripture into our children for ten years, we may find that it hasn’t taken root – or that the early buds of childlike faith didn’t mature with time! This episode, we talk […]

One of the most disturbing, even frightening, experiences of our parenting journey was learning of a child’s spiritual doubts. After pouring love and Scripture into our children for ten years, we may find that it hasn’t taken root – or that the early buds of childlike faith didn’t mature with time! This episode, we talk about a very common passage in children’s lives, how we can prepare for it, and what to do about it when it comes.

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One of the most disturbing, even frightening, experiences of our parenting journey was learning of a child's spiritual doubts. After pouring love and Scripture into our children for ten years, we may find that it hasn't taken root - or that the early buds of childlike faith didn't mature with time! This episode, we talk about a very common passage in children's lives, how we can prepare for it, and what to do about it when it comes.

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747498/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#respondThu, 03 Aug 2017 02:31:46 +0000http://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=25294One of the reasons many people start homeschooling is to avoid “negative peer interaction,” which often means bullying. Sadly, though, it can happen at church, at homeschool meetings, or simply any gathering of kids. It can even happen inside your own family! This episode, we’re talking about approaches for dealing with bullying situations – how should […]

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One of the reasons many people start homeschooling is to avoid “negative peer interaction,” which often means bullying. Sadly, though, it can happen at church, at homeschool meetings, or simply any gathering of kids. It can even happen inside your own family! This episode, we’re talking about approaches for dealing with bullying situations – how should we parents respond, how can we help the victims, and what can be done about the perpetrators.

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(Check out our article, "Five Things to Do When Your Child is Being Picked On")

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747506/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#respondTue, 25 Jul 2017 03:25:24 +0000http://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=25174We all start homeschooling knowing that we’ll have to teach reading, spelling, math … all the traditional classroom subjects. But we quickly realized there were some things that “just happened” in school, and now that we’re the school, we need to make plans for them. Unfortunately, we meet a lot of homeschool families who are […]

We all start homeschooling knowing that we’ll have to teach reading, spelling, math … all the traditional classroom subjects. But we quickly realized there were some things that “just happened” in school, and now that we’re the school, we need to make plans for them. Unfortunately, we meet a lot of homeschool families who are missing out on some important topics that don’t normally show on a transcript – but are critical for their kids’ future! You don’t want to miss this episode …

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We all start homeschooling knowing that we'll have to teach reading, spelling, math ... all the traditional classroom subjects. But we quickly realized there were some things that "just happened" in school, and now that we're the school, we need to make plans for them. Unfortunately, we meet a lot of homeschool families who are missing out on some important topics that don't normally show on a transcript - but are critical for their kids' future! You don't want to miss this episode ...

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747514/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#respondTue, 18 Jul 2017 02:18:01 +0000http://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=25028Do you feel uncomfortable about your own body? When Melanie wrote about this on our blog, it turned out to be one of our most popular articles! This episode, we talk about handling negative self-talk, building up your wife, and recognizing the impact your self-doubt may be having on your kids. Melanie’s original blog post: […]

Do you feel uncomfortable about your own body? When Melanie wrote about this on our blog, it turned out to be one of our most popular articles! This episode, we talk about handling negative self-talk, building up your wife, and recognizing the impact your self-doubt may be having on your kids.

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Do you feel uncomfortable about your own body? When Melanie wrote about this on our blog, it turned out to be one of our most popular articles! This episode, we talk about handling negative self-talk, building up your wife, and recognizing the impact your self-doubt may be having on your kids.

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747522/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#respondMon, 10 Jul 2017 22:43:27 +0000http://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=24911Even the best friendships run into rough spots – husbands and wives, parents and kids, church friends, neighbors. Sometimes you need to have those terrible conversations that begin, “We need to talk …” But even if they’re difficult, those conversations are critically important in the life of a relationship. Dodge them, and you may be […]

Even the best friendships run into rough spots – husbands and wives, parents and kids, church friends, neighbors. Sometimes you need to have those terrible conversations that begin, “We need to talk …” But even if they’re difficult, those conversations are critically importantin the life of a relationship. Dodge them, and you may be ditching the friendship! This episode, we look at what the Bible says about open, transparent talk between friends, why you have to engage the hard conversations, and how to make them as helpful as possible!

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Even the best friendships run into rough spots - husbands and wives, parents and kids, church friends, neighbors. Sometimes you need to have those terrible conversations that begin, "We need to talk ..." But even if they're difficult, those conversations are critically important in the life of a relationship. Dodge them, and you may be ditching the friendship! This episode, we look at what the Bible says about open, transparent talk between friends, why you have to engage the hard conversations, and how to make them as helpful as possible!

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747530/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#respondWed, 05 Jul 2017 20:00:09 +0000http://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=24829It’s been ten years since Apple introduced the iPhone – and the whole world has changed because of it. Like many new devices and technologies, what started as an amusement became a near-necessity. But should our kids have access? Do young people need a phone of their own? Or is it a popular trap that […]

It’s been ten years since Apple introduced the iPhone – and the whole world has changed because of it. Like many new devices and technologies, what started as an amusement became a near-necessity. But should our kids have access? Do young people need a phone of their own? Or is it a popular trap that causes more trouble than any possible benefit? This episode we talk about why some of our kids have phones and others don’t, and some common sense ways you can navigate that winding road in your own family.

This episode brought to you in part by Great Waters Press, publishers of

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It's been ten years since Apple introduced the iPhone - and the whole world has changed because of it. Like many new devices and technologies, what started as an amusement became a near-necessity. But should our kids have access? Do young people need a phone of their own? Or is it a popular trap that causes more trouble than any possible benefit? This episode we talk about why some of our kids have phones and others don't, and some common sense ways you can navigate that winding road in your own family.

This episode brought to you in part by Great Waters Press, publishers ofLOVE, HONOR, AND VIRTUE: Gaining or Re-Gaining a Biblical Attitude Toward SexualityCLICK HERE to find out more!]]>Hal Young and Melanie Youngclean26:46https://media.blubrry.com/uhsrnetwork/media.blubrry.com/practicalchristianfamily/media.blubrry.com/uhsrnetwork/content.blubrry.com/uhsrnetwork/MBFLP_172-Kids_and_Cell_Phones.mp3https://ultimateradioshow.com/better-relationships-kids-mbflp-171/Better Relationships with Your Kids – MBFLP 171https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747538/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/
https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747538/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#commentsWed, 28 Jun 2017 02:50:39 +0000http://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=24601We’re back from our hiatus and we’re talking about relationships! How can we build trust, restore injured feelings, and safeguard the bond between parents and children? We’ve seen that relationships are built on moments, hundreds of day-by-day interactions and decisions, and often we don’t discover we’ve made a misstep until it bears unhappy fruit long […]

We’re back from our hiatus and we’re talking about relationships! How can we build trust, restore injured feelings, and safeguard the bond between parents and children? We’ve seen that relationships are built on moments, hundreds of day-by-day interactions and decisions, and often we don’t discover we’ve made a misstep until it bears unhappy fruit long after. This episode we share some things we’ve found very helpful – even critically important – for cultivating better relationships with your kids!

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We're back from our hiatus and we're talking about relationships! How can we build trust, restore injured feelings, and safeguard the bond between parents and children? We've seen that relationships are built on moments, hundreds of day-by-day interactions and decisions, and often we don't discover we've made a misstep until it bears unhappy fruit long after. This episode we share some things we've found very helpful - even critically important - for cultivating better relationships with your kids!

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747546/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#respondTue, 23 May 2017 01:03:28 +0000http://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=23846Our sons face particular pressures on their way to becoming husbands – and fathers face some of the same issues as they live out their own vows! In the second part of Hal’s presentation to a recent men’s conference, he’s talking about the reality of both the temptation and the grace to resist it or […]

Our sons face particular pressures on their way to becoming husbands – and fathers face some of the same issues as they live out their own vows! In the second part of Hal’s presentation to a recent men’s conference, he’s talking about the reality of both the temptation and the grace to resist it or if necessary, to repent and recover from a fall. It’s another look about being intentional about preparing our sons to be effective and godly husbands!

Want to know more about our new book, Love, Honor, and Virtue, and how it can help you teach your son about Biblical sexuality and equip him to walk with integrity? CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE!

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Our sons face particular pressures on their way to becoming husbands - and fathers face some of the same issues as they live out their own vows! In the second part of Hal's presentation to a recent men's conference, he's talking about the reality of both the temptation and the grace to resist it or if necessary, to repent and recover from a fall. It's another look about being intentional about preparing our sons to be effective and godly husbands!

Want to know more about our new book, Love, Honor, and Virtue, and how it can help you teach your son about Biblical sexuality and equip him to walk with integrity? CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE!

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747560/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#respondThu, 18 May 2017 18:42:21 +0000http://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=23780 We probably all share the hope that our children will marry, and marry well, and serve God in their family one day. But are we being intentional about preparing our sons to become godly husbands? It’s important to live a good example in front of them, but we need to train them to deal with […]

We probably all share the hope that our children will marry, and marry well, and serve God in their family one day. But are we being intentional about preparing our sons to become godly husbands? It’s important to live a good example in front of them, but we need to train them to deal with the issues that affect them as young men, and we need to encourage them to see marriage as a likely part of their mission in God’s kingdom! This episode includes part of a presentation Hal gave to a men’s conference earlier this year, about laying a foundation for your son’s future marriage – because “He who finds a wife finds a good thing, and obtains favor from the Lord!” (Proverbs 18:22)

Like to know more about our new book, Love, Honor, and Virtue ? CLICK HERE!

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We probably all share the hope that our children will marry, and marry well, and serve God in their family one day. But are we being intentional about preparing our sons to become godly husbands? It's important to live a good example in front of them, but we need to train them to deal with the issues that affect them as young men, and we need to encourage them to see marriage as a likely part of their mission in God's kingdom! This episode includes part of a presentation Hal gave to a men's conference earlier this year, about laying a foundation for your son's future marriage - because "He who finds a wife finds a good thing, and obtains favor from the Lord!" (Proverbs 18:22)

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747572/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#commentsWed, 03 May 2017 03:16:49 +0000http://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=23528“Mom, I’m hungry!” That call from the back of the van is more frequent than “Are we there yet?” – especially when there are teenagers in the mix. So what can a budget-conscious family do when the stomachs start to growl? This episode we talk about how we keep the food expenses low, keep the […]

“Mom, I’m hungry!” That call from the back of the van is more frequent than “Are we there yet?” – especially when there are teenagers in the mix. So what can a budget-conscious family do when the stomachs start to growl? This episode we talk about how we keep the food expenses low, keep the troops happy, and eat cheap when we’re on the road!

4 oz jar of diced pimientos (usually on the aisle with olives and pickles or in the Hispanic food section)

Yes, this is a big batch! We often make this much for lunch at church or to take on the road.

Simply combine the ingredients. It blends easier if you use mayonnaise from a newly opened jar at room temperature. Use the entire jar of pimientos including the juice – sometimes we add a dash of pickle juice for variety. Stir in the mayonnaise bit by bit and stop when you like the consistency. The flavor is even better if you keep it overnight in the refrigerator. Great in sandwiches, on hamburgers, eaten on crackers, or spread on celery.

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"Mom, I'm hungry!" That call from the back of the van is more frequent than "Are we there yet?" - especially when there are teenagers in the mix. So what can a budget-conscious family do when the stomachs start to growl? This episode we talk about how we keep the food expenses low, keep the troops happy, and eat cheap when we're on the road!

4 oz jar of diced pimientos (usually on the aisle with olives and pickles or in the Hispanic food section)

Yes, this is a big batch! We often make this much for lunch at church or to take on the road.

Simply combine the ingredients. It blends easier if you use mayonnaise from a newly opened jar at room temperature. Use the entire jar of pimientos including the juice - sometimes we add a dash of pickle juice for variety. Stir in the mayonnaise bit by bit and stop when you like the consistency. The flavor is even better if you keep it overnight in the refrigerator. Great in sandwiches, on hamburgers, eaten on crackers, or spread on celery.

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747584/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#commentsMon, 17 Apr 2017 01:51:38 +0000http://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=23106Spring’s in the air and summer vacation is just a few weeks away. You may be making plans already! The past several years, our family’s hit the road for twenty- to thirty thousand miles annually,literally coast to coast and into Canada too. How can a large family with a limited budget see and do so […]

Spring’s in the air and summer vacation is just a few weeks away. You may be making plans already! The past several years, our family’s hit the road for twenty- to thirty thousand miles annually,literally coast to coast and into Canada too. How can a large family with a limited budget see and do so much? We’ve got some tips to help you plan big time family travel on a limited budget!

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Spring's in the air and summer vacation is just a few weeks away. You may be making plans already! The past several years, our family's hit the road for twenty- to thirty thousand miles annually,literally coast to coast and into Canada too. How can a large family with a limited budget see and do so much? We've got some tips to help you plan big time family travel on a limited budget!

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747596/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#respondWed, 12 Apr 2017 03:53:54 +0000http://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=22987How and Why to Celebrate Although some Christians are suspicious of holidays and celebrations, there are many examples and principles in Scripture that throw some light on the question. What makes a Biblical celebration unique? Should we feel guilty for going off our diet for the holidays? Why are there different “right answers” to some […]

How and Why to Celebrate

Although some Christians are suspicious of holidays and celebrations, there are many examples and principles in Scripture that throw some light on the question. What makes a Biblical celebration unique? Should we feel guilty for going off our diet for the holidays? Why are there different “right answers” to some of these questions? Join us as we’re planning a wedding and looking forward to Easter, as we try to find Biblical principles to guide our celebrations!

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How and Why to Celebrate
Although some Christians are suspicious of holidays and celebrations, there are many examples and principles in Scripture that throw some light on the question. What makes a Biblical celebration unique? Should we feel guilty for going off our diet for the holidays? Why are there different "right answers" to some of these questions? Join us as we're planning a wedding and looking forward to Easter, as we try to find Biblical principles to guide our celebrations!

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747608/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#respondMon, 27 Mar 2017 21:00:51 +0000http://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=22547Psalm 103:2 says “Bless the LORD, O my soul, and forget not all His benefits.” But is that all it’s about – “Bless me, God – Amen”? This episode Hal talks with Bob Sjogren of UnveilinGLORY, about a bigger — and more Biblical — vision of God, that can look beyond the gifts to really worship […]

Psalm 103:2 says “Bless the LORD, O my soul, and forget not all His benefits.” But is that all it’s about – “Bless me, God – Amen”? This episode Hal talks with Bob Sjogren of UnveilinGLORY, about a bigger — and more Biblical — vision of God, that can look beyond the gifts to really worship the One who gives them! Learn about why Bob calls this entitlement attitude “Cat Theology,” and how we can teach our kids (and ourselves) to delight in really glorifying God.

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Psalm 103:2 says "Bless the LORD, O my soul, and forget not all His benefits." But is that all it's about - "Bless me, God - Amen"? This episode Hal talks with Bob Sjogren of UnveilinGLORY, about a bigger -- and more Biblical -- vision of God, that can look beyond the gifts to really worship the One who gives them! Learn about why Bob calls this entitlement attitude "Cat Theology," and how we can teach our kids (and ourselves) to delight in really glorifying God.]]>Hal Young and Melanie Youngclean36:48https://media.blubrry.com/uhsrnetwork/media.blubrry.com/practicalchristianfamily/media.blubrry.com/uhsrnetwork/content.blubrry.com/uhsrnetwork/MBFLP_165-Cat_and_Dog_Theology_with_Bob_Sjogren.mp3https://ultimateradioshow.com/need-find-new-church-mbflp-164/When You Need To Find A New Church – MBFLP 164https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747620/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/
https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747620/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#commentsThu, 23 Mar 2017 19:29:25 +0000http://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=22489Sooner or later, all of us are likely to need to find a new church – whether it’s due to relocation, or a change in the doctrinal stand, or a need for a different sort of community for your family’s spiritual growth. And even if we don’t make that decision for our own family, each […]

Sooner or later, all of us are likely to need to find a new church – whether it’s due to relocation, or a change in the doctrinal stand, or a need for a different sort of community for your family’s spiritual growth. And even if we don’t make that decision for our own family, each of our children will face that issue when they go away to college or move into independent adulthood. This episode, we’re talking about reasons you might need to find a new church, reasons that you really ought not, how to leave a church graciously, and how to go about the search for your new church!

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Sooner or later, all of us are likely to need to find a new church - whether it's due to relocation, or a change in the doctrinal stand, or a need for a different sort of community for your family's spiritual growth. And even if we don't make that decision for our own family, each of our children will face that issue when they go away to college or move into independent adulthood. This episode, we're talking about reasons you might need to find a new church, reasons that you really ought not, how to leave a church graciously, and how to go about the search for your new church!

Tim Challies' blog - http://www.challies.com/]]>Hal Young and Melanie Youngclean31:32https://media.blubrry.com/uhsrnetwork/media.blubrry.com/practicalchristianfamily/media.blubrry.com/uhsrnetwork/content.blubrry.com/uhsrnetwork/MBFLP_164-Finding_a_New_Church.mp3https://ultimateradioshow.com/apprenticeship-mbflp-163/Apprenticeship – MBFLP 163https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747632/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/
https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747632/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#respondMon, 13 Mar 2017 23:47:58 +0000http://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=22250Although most high school graduates head off to college, most don’t reach their bachelor’s degree. And the ones that do, are usually saddled with a boatload of debt. Is this really necessary? Not in every field, no. Are there alternatives? Yes, indeed. This episode, we speak with the founder of a successful software company which […]

Although most high school graduates head off to college, most don’t reach their bachelor’s degree. And the ones that do, are usually saddled with a boatload of debt. Is this really necessary? Not in every field, no. Are there alternatives? Yes, indeed. This episode, we speak with the founder of a successful software company which has specialized in apprenticeship as their training model and Christianity as their business ethics!

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Although most high school graduates head off to college, most don't reach their bachelor's degree. And the ones that do, are usually saddled with a boatload of debt. Is this really necessary? Not in every field, no. Are there alternatives? Yes, indeed. This episode, we speak with the founder of a successful software company which has specialized in apprenticeship as their training model and Christianity as their business ethics!

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747642/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#commentsTue, 28 Feb 2017 02:06:45 +0000http://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=21860One contentious question in the conservative wing of the church is modesty. What defines modesty? How should a modest spirit be expressed? The difficulty is that Scripture gives guidelines but no hemlines – and actually, appropriate dress and behavior will differ from one context or one culture to another. What’s more, it isn’t a women’s […]

One contentious question in the conservative wing of the church is modesty. What defines modesty? How should a modest spirit be expressed? The difficulty is that Scripture gives guidelines but no hemlines – and actually, appropriate dress and behavior will differ from one context or one culture to another. What’s more, it isn’t a women’s issue – men have their issues, too. This episode we have a lively discussion involving blue jeans, ladies in the tropics, swimming in long skirts, and the Old Order Amish. It’s all about making Biblical family life practical.

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This program is brought to you in part byClick here for more information!

Check out Hal and Melanie's new book!

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747656/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#respondMon, 20 Feb 2017 00:00:25 +0000http://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=21600 What happens when you do everything right and it turns out terribly, awfully wrong? Do you doubt God’s love? Does it shake your faith? Or does it drive you to a closer walk with your Lord and Savior? This episode, we talk with Kendra Fletcher, the author of the new book (affiliate link!), Lost […]

What happens when you do everything right and it turns out terribly, awfully wrong? Do you doubt God’s love? Does it shake your faith? Or does it drive you to a closer walk with your Lord and Savior?

This episode, we talk with Kendra Fletcher, the author of the new book (affiliate link!), Lost & Found: Losing Religion, Finding Grace. Kendra and her husband Andy Fletcher (hosts of Homeschooling IRL on this network) have seen both sides of the coin, as God brought them from a cold, rule-based religiosity, to a living faith in a living Jesus day by day. You’ll find it both challenging and encouraging as we talk about this crucially important distinction!

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What happens when you do everything right and it turns out terribly, awfully wrong? Do you doubt God's love? Does it shake your faith? Or does it drive you to a closer walk with your Lord and Savior?

This episode, we talk with Kendra Fletcher, the author of the new book (affiliate link!), Lost & Found: Losing Religion, Finding Grace. Kendra and her husband Andy Fletcher (hosts of Homeschooling IRL on this network) have seen both sides of the coin, as God brought them from a cold, rule-based religiosity, to a living faith in a living Jesus day by day. You'll find it both challenging and encouraging as we talk about this crucially important distinction!
]]>Hal Young and Melanie Youngclean29:34https://media.blubrry.com/uhsrnetwork/media.blubrry.com/practicalchristianfamily/media.blubrry.com/uhsrnetwork/content.blubrry.com/uhsrnetwork/MBFLP_161-Losing_Religion_Finding_Grace.mp3https://ultimateradioshow.com/warning-signs-porn-mbflp-160/Warning Signs of Porn – MBFLP 160https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747668/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/
https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747668/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#commentsTue, 07 Feb 2017 19:35:00 +0000http://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=21333 We get messages all the time from parents who’ve found out one of their children is watching porn. In every one, the parents express shock. They had no idea, no clue that this was going on in their house, so they just aren’t prepared to deal with it. When we talk to them, though, the […]

We get messages all the time from parents who’ve found out one of their children is watching porn. In every one, the parents express shock. They had no idea, no clue that this was going on in their house, so they just aren’t prepared to deal with it. When we talk to them, though, the signs have been there — they just missed them. This episode, we’re talking about warning signs that someone in your family is watching pornography – not so you can ambush them, but so you can get them help.

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747668/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/feed/1 - We get messages all the time from parents who’ve found out one of their children is watching porn. In every one, the parents express shock. They had no idea, no clue that this was going on in their house,

We get messages all the time from parents who’ve found out one of their children is watching porn. In every one, the parents express shock. They had no idea, no clue that this was going on in their house, so they just aren’t prepared to deal with it. When we talk to them, though, the signs have been there -- they just missed them. This episode, we're talking about warning signs that someone in your family is watching pornography - not so you can ambush them, but so you can get them help.

Check out our webpage for all sorts of resources to help you guide and recover your kids' integrity! ]]>Hal Young and Melanie Youngclean31:23https://media.blubrry.com/uhsrnetwork/media.blubrry.com/practicalchristianfamily/media.blubrry.com/uhsrnetwork/content.blubrry.com/uhsrnetwork/MBFLP_160-Signs_of_Porn_Use.mp3https://ultimateradioshow.com/healthy-guy-girl-relationships-mbflp-159/Healthy Guy-Girl Relationships – MBFLP 159https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747680/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/
https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747680/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#commentsThu, 02 Feb 2017 04:08:25 +0000http://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=21208 We’ve heard the full range of opinions when it comes to young people and relationships – from the barber who asks the 7-year-old if he has a girlfriend yet, to the twenty-something girl who says, “Daddy is going to find me a husband.” Surely the Bible has something to say about this … and […]

We’ve heard the full range of opinions when it comes to young people and relationships – from the barber who asks the 7-year-old if he has a girlfriend yet, to the twenty-something girl who says, “Daddy is going to find me a husband.” Surely the Bible has something to say about this … and it does, but not as cut-and-dried as we might have thought! This episode we look into the question of friendship between guys and girls – is it possible? Is it advisable? Or is it commendable?

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We've heard the full range of opinions when it comes to young people and relationships - from the barber who asks the 7-year-old if he has a girlfriend yet, to the twenty-something girl who says, "Daddy is going to find me a husband." Surely the Bible has something to say about this ... and it does, but not as cut-and-dried as we might have thought! This episode we look into the question of friendship between guys and girls - is it possible? Is it advisable? Or is it commendable?

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747692/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#respondWed, 25 Jan 2017 03:46:12 +0000http://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=21051We decided to homeschool our kids before we had any! And we meet lots of families with very young children who are eager to get started. Who can blame them? This episode, we talk about our approach to teaching very young children – from the experience of parents with precocious readers and late bloomers and […]

We decided to homeschool our kids before we had any! And we meet lots of families with very young children who are eager to get started. Who can blame them? This episode, we talk about our approach to teaching very young children – from the experience of parents with precocious readers and late bloomers and everyone homeschooled from the very beginning!

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We decided to homeschool our kids before we had any! And we meet lots of families with very young children who are eager to get started. Who can blame them? This episode, we talk about our approach to teaching very young children - from the experience of parents with precocious readers and late bloomers and everyone homeschooled from the very beginning!

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747704/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#commentsMon, 16 Jan 2017 23:34:43 +0000http://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=20913 Math is fundamental to so many things, but it causes a lot of worry and distress among homeschool parents who have to teach it. The truth is, most of us won’t need calculus, but most of us use algebra frequently and never even realize it! How can you get over your own hesitation, calm […]

Math is fundamental to so many things, but it causes a lot of worry and distress among homeschool parents who have to teach it. The truth is, most of us won’t need calculus, but most of us use algebra frequently and never even realize it! How can you get over your own hesitation, calm your students’ fears (as well as your own), and see God’s hand in the beautiful order of mathematics? Join us for this episode when we talk about surviving the challenge of teaching math!

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Math is fundamental to so many things, but it causes a lot of worry and distress among homeschool parents who have to teach it. The truth is, most of us won't need calculus, but most of us use algebra frequently and never even realize it! How can you get over your own hesitation, calm your students' fears (as well as your own), and see God's hand in the beautiful order of mathematics? Join us for this episode when we talk about surviving the challenge of teaching math!

This episode is brought to you in part byClick here for more information!

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747716/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#respondTue, 10 Jan 2017 00:52:59 +0000http://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=20680It’s normal and natural to feel some hesitation or dread when we leave our times of celebration and fun, and turn to the routine duties again – homeschooling among them. Should you just jump right in, or ease the transition? Do you implement resolutions or simply set goals? Does Mom’s attitude make a difference to […]

It’s normal and natural to feel some hesitation or dread when we leave our times of celebration and fun, and turn to the routine duties again – homeschooling among them. Should you just jump right in, or ease the transition?
Do you implement resolutions or simply set goals? Does Mom’s attitude make a difference to the kids’? This episode, we talk about how to get your ducks back in their rows – and your attitudes encouraged, too.

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It's normal and natural to feel some hesitation or dread when we leave our times of celebration and fun, and turn to the routine duties again - homeschooling among them. Should you just jump right in, or ease the transition?
Do you implement resolutions or simply set goals? Does Mom's attitude make a difference to the kids'? This episode, we talk about how to get your ducks back in their rows - and your attitudes encouraged, too.

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747728/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#respondWed, 04 Jan 2017 02:48:33 +0000http://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=20483The call for believers to be contented people is so difficult, even the apostle Paul struggled with it, and the Puritans called it “a rare jewel”! Yet even while we grown-ups are stumbling over grey weather, taxes, bills, and a thousand frustrations … we need to be teaching our kids how to be contented people […]

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The call for believers to be contented people is so difficult, even the apostle Paul struggled with it, and the Puritans called it “a rare jewel”! Yet even while we grown-ups are stumbling over grey weather, taxes, bills, and a thousand frustrations … we need to be teaching our kids how to be contented people themselves! This episode, we talk about God’s perspective on contentment and ways we can encourage habits of relying on God and not snatching for selfish indulgence, for our kids – and ourselves!

Scriptures We Referenced:

1 Tim 6:6-8 – Now godliness with contentment is great gain. For with we brought nothing into this world, and it is certain we can carry nothing out. And having food and clothing, with these we shall be content.(this is the passage that continues to warn of the effects of greed, desire to be rich, love of money)

2 Cor 9:8 – And God is able to make all grace abound toward you, that you, always having all sufficiency in all things, may have an abundance for every good work

Phil 4:11-13 — … I have learned in whatever state I am to be content. I know how to be abased, and I know how to abound. Everywhere and in all things I have learned both to be full and to be hungry, both to abound and to suffer need. I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me.

Pro 30:8-9 – Remove falsehood and lies far from me;
Give me neither poverty nor riches–
Feed me with the food allotted to me;
Lest I be full and deny You,
And say, “Who is the LORD?”
Or lest I be poor and steal,
And profane the name of my God.

Mt 6:25-33 – “Therefore do not worry, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?’ … But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.”

Heb 13:6 – Let your conduct be without covetousness; be content with such things as you have. For He Himself has said, ‘I will never leave you nor forsake you.’

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747728/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/feed/0The call for believers to be contented people is so difficult, even the apostle Paul struggled with it, and the Puritans called it "a rare jewel"! Yet even while we grown-ups are stumbling over grey weather, taxes, bills,

Scriptures We Referenced:
1 Tim 6:6-8 – Now godliness with contentment is great gain. For with we brought nothing into this world, and it is certain we can carry nothing out. And having food and clothing, with these we shall be content. (this is the passage that continues to warn of the effects of greed, desire to be rich, love of money)

2 Cor 9:8 – And God is able to make all grace abound toward you, that you, always having all sufficiency in all things, may have an abundance for every good work

Phil 4:11-13 -- … I have learned in whatever state I am to be content. I know how to be abased, and I know how to abound. Everywhere and in all things I have learned both to be full and to be hungry, both to abound and to suffer need. I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me.

Pro 30:8-9 – Remove falsehood and lies far from me;
Give me neither poverty nor riches--
Feed me with the food allotted to me;
Lest I be full and deny You,
And say, “Who is the LORD?”
Or lest I be poor and steal,
And profane the name of my God.

Mt 6:25-33 – “Therefore do not worry, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?’ … But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.”

Heb 13:6 – Let your conduct be without covetousness; be content with such things as you have. For He Himself has said, ‘I will never leave you nor forsake you.’

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747740/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#respondTue, 27 Dec 2016 02:00:02 +0000http://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=20092Marking the change of calendar with prayer, reflection, and celebration is a Biblical tradition as well as a cultural one. As Christian families, shouldn’t we all be looking for a closer walk with Christ and greater service in God’s kingdom, no matter where we are at the start of the year? This episode from an […]

Marking the change of calendar with prayer, reflection, and celebration is a Biblical tradition as well as a cultural one. As Christian families, shouldn’t we all be looking for a closer walk with Christ and greater service in God’s kingdom, no matter where we are at the start of the year? This episode from an earlier year had so much of what we wanted to say this year, we’re bringing it to you again!

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Marking the change of calendar with prayer, reflection, and celebration is a Biblical tradition as well as a cultural one. As Christian families, shouldn't we all be looking for a closer walk with Christ and greater service in God's kingdom, no matter where we are at the start of the year? This episode from an earlier year had so much of what we wanted to say this year, we're bringing it to you again!

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747752/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#respondTue, 20 Dec 2016 02:13:03 +0000http://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=20007 Don’t blame Pinterest – there has always been a temptation to seek the perfect house, the perfect project, the perfect celebration … and frustration that our very imperfect spouse and children gum up the works. Before there was social media, there were glossy magazines, and before that, critical in-laws and neighbors to keep up […]

Don’t blame Pinterest – there has always been a temptation to seek the perfect house, the perfect project, the perfect celebration … and frustration that our very imperfect spouse and children gum up the works. Before there was social media, there were glossy magazines, and before that, critical in-laws and neighbors to keep up with. While it’s nice to have nice things and impressive events, we shouldn’t ignore that the skills we teach and the memories we make with our family will be a large part of the legacy that remains when children leave home and grandparents pass away! This episode we talk about balancing the desire for perfection with the reality of our family!

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Don't blame Pinterest - there has always been a temptation to seek the perfect house, the perfect project, the perfect celebration ... and frustration that our very imperfect spouse and children gum up the works. Before there was social media, there were glossy magazines, and before that, critical in-laws and neighbors to keep up with. While it's nice to have nice things and impressive events, we shouldn't ignore that the skills we teach and the memories we make with our family will be a large part of the legacy that remains when children leave home and grandparents pass away! This episode we talk about balancing the desire for perfection with the reality of our family!

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747764/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#respondTue, 06 Dec 2016 03:14:02 +0000http://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=19754What do you do for your family’s Christmas celebration? In particular, how do you handle it if your extended family has traditions you no longer follow? Or maybe you’ve added some traditions as well as dropping a few? This episode we talk about some of the traditions we’ve adopted, and the value of becoming the […]

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What do you do for your family’s Christmas celebration? In particular, how do you handle it if your extended family has traditions you no longer follow? Or maybe you’ve added some traditions as well as dropping a few? This episode we talk about some of the traditions we’ve adopted, and the value of becoming the host for the extended family event – for the glory of God!

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What do you do for your family's Christmas celebration? In particular, how do you handle it if your extended family has traditions you no longer follow? Or maybe you've added some traditions as well as dropping a few? This episode we talk about some of the traditions we've adopted, and the value of becoming the host for the extended family event - for the glory of God!

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747776/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#respondWed, 30 Nov 2016 04:32:58 +0000http://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=19671In a culture that’s increasingly secular – and hostile – there is one time and place where you can not only share the Gospel with strangers, you can sing it at top of your lungs – and they smile and applaud! That’s just one of the reasons we love caroling. This episode, we’ll give you […]

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In a culture that’s increasingly secular – and hostile – there is one time and place where you can not only share the Gospel with strangers, you can sing it at top of your lungs – and they smile and applaud! That’s just one of the reasons we love caroling. This episode, we’ll give you a Biblical rationale for caroling (yes we will!) and lots of very practical ways to organize your own caroling party!

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In a culture that's increasingly secular - and hostile - there is one time and place where you can not only share the Gospel with strangers, you can sing it at top of your lungs - and they smile and applaud! That's just one of the reasons we love caroling. This episode, we'll give you a Biblical rationale for caroling (yes we will!) and lots of very practical ways to organize your own caroling party!

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747788/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#respondTue, 22 Nov 2016 00:57:47 +0000http://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=19518This has been a pretty divisive election season – the Gallup pollsters found in the days just before the vote, that nearly a third of us were voting against the other candidate, not in favor of the one we were marking! So there are a lot of stunned and stung people out there, and no […]

This has been a pretty divisive election season – the Gallup pollsters found in the days just before the vote, that nearly a third of us were voting against the other candidate, not in favor of the one we were marking! So there are a lot of stunned and stung people out there, and no doubt, some of them will be at Thanksgiving Dinner with you.

Now what?

Your feast of gratitude toward God doesn’t have to become a shouting match … but it may take some thought, some planning, and some grace-filled diplomacy to keep the conversation on track! This episode, we talk about some practical ways to show love to people you don’t agree with for the holidays.

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This has been a pretty divisive election season - the Gallup pollsters found in the days just before the vote, that nearly a third of us were voting against the other candidate, not in favor of the one we were marking! So there are a lot of stunned and stung people out there, and no doubt, some of them will be at Thanksgiving Dinner with you.

Now what?

Your feast of gratitude toward God doesn't have to become a shouting match ... but it may take some thought, some planning, and some grace-filled diplomacy to keep the conversation on track! This episode, we talk about some practical ways to show love to people you don't agree with for the holidays.

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747800/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#respondTue, 15 Nov 2016 03:08:13 +0000http://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=19401Most of us remember the magical expectations of Christmas as children. It’s more thought-provoking when you’re the parents selecting those gifts for your children, nephews, nieces, and all. This episode, we talk about gifts that aren’t heavily advertised, licensed-character products that will fade in interest not long after the wrapping paper goes out. Listen in […]

Most of us remember the magical expectations of Christmas as children. It’s more thought-provoking when you’re the parents selecting those gifts for your children, nephews, nieces, and all. This episode, we talk about gifts that aren’t heavily advertised, licensed-character products that will fade in interest not long after the wrapping paper goes out. Listen in for some of our favorite presents we’ve given our kids – and we’ve given each other – when money was tight and we wanted to do something special, not something expensive.

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Most of us remember the magical expectations of Christmas as children. It's more thought-provoking when you're the parents selecting those gifts for your children, nephews, nieces, and all. This episode, we talk about gifts that aren't heavily advertised, licensed-character products that will fade in interest not long after the wrapping paper goes out. Listen in for some of our favorite presents we've given our kids - and we've given each other - when money was tight and we wanted to do something special, not something expensive.

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747812/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#respondTue, 08 Nov 2016 01:21:53 +0000http://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=19205Sticks and stones … right? We’ve all heard that, and probably told our kids that one time or another. Yet name-calling is not only a plague of childhood, it’s actually a problem throughout life … and we adults are warned by Christ Himself to be wary of the temptation! This episode, we look at what the […]

Sticks and stones … right? We’ve all heard that, and probably told our kids that one time or another. Yet name-calling is not only a plague of childhood, it’s actually a problem throughout life … and we adults are warned by Christ Himself to be wary of the temptation! This episode, we look at what the Bible says about a deceptively simple and “harmless” practice that can trip us up when we least expect it!

“[The tongue is] an unruly evil, full of deadly poison. With it we bless our God and Father, and with it we curse men, who have been made in the similitude of God. … My brethren, these things ought not to be so.” — James (James 3:8-10)

“The law is fulfilled in this one word, ‘You shall love your neighbor as yourself.” But if you bite and devour one another, beware lest you be consumed by one another!” — Paul (Galatians 5:14-15)

“A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another; as I have loved you, that you also love one another. By this, all will know that you are My disciples, if you have love for one another.” — Jesus (John 13:34-35)

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Sticks and stones ... right? We've all heard that, and probably told our kids that one time or another. Yet name-calling is not only a plague of childhood, it's actually a problem throughout life ... and we adults are warned by Christ Himself to be wary of the temptation! This episode, we look at what the Bible says about a deceptively simple and "harmless" practice that can trip us up when we least expect it!

“[The tongue is] an unruly evil, full of deadly poison. With it we bless our God and Father, and with it we curse men, who have been made in the similitude of God. … My brethren, these things ought not to be so.” -- James (James 3:8-10)

“The law is fulfilled in this one word, ‘You shall love your neighbor as yourself.” But if you bite and devour one another, beware lest you be consumed by one another!” -- Paul (Galatians 5:14-15)

"A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another; as I have loved you, that you also love one another. By this, all will know that you are My disciples, if you have love for one another.” -- Jesus (John 13:34-35)

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747824/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#respondTue, 25 Oct 2016 00:45:05 +0000http://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=18977 Several people have asked us “What time is curfew at your house? When do you require your kids to be home? Is it different for teens and twenties?” Our answer usually surprises them — because we really don’t have one! That doesn’t mean our kids run rampant, smashing mailboxes at 3 a.m. and hanging out in […]

Several people have asked us “What time is curfew at your house? When do you require your kids to be home? Is it different for teens and twenties?”

Our answer usually surprises them — because we really don’t have one! That doesn’t mean our kids run rampant, smashing mailboxes at 3 a.m. and hanging out in grocery store parking lots all night … but it’s because of an approach we take with relationships and responsibility in our family. This episode, we’ll talk about how and why we handle the question of curfew the way we do!

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Several people have asked us "What time is curfew at your house? When do you require your kids to be home? Is it different for teens and twenties?"

Our answer usually surprises them -- because we really don't have one! That doesn't mean our kids run rampant, smashing mailboxes at 3 a.m. and hanging out in grocery store parking lots all night ... but it's because of an approach we take with relationships and responsibility in our family. This episode, we'll talk about how and why we handle the question of curfew the way we do!

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747836/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#respondWed, 19 Oct 2016 00:27:36 +0000http://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=18927 Once it was so easy – Dad had his calendar at work, and Mom had hers for the kids and herself. What needed coordination except for holidays and vacations? But when we had kids in high school and heading off to classes and activities all over the place, we realized we had to get […]

Once it was so easy – Dad had his calendar at work, and Mom had hers for the kids and herself. What needed coordination except for holidays and vacations? But when we had kids in high school and heading off to classes and activities all over the place, we realized we had to get better organized or we’d lose track of everything. This episode, we talk about four very simple things we’ve done – and totally for free – that help us keep tabs on everyone’s plans and commitments, so we avoid most of the “Uh oh!” moments we used to have so often!

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Once it was so easy - Dad had his calendar at work, and Mom had hers for the kids and herself. What needed coordination except for holidays and vacations? But when we had kids in high school and heading off to classes and activities all over the place, we realized we had to get better organized or we'd lose track of everything. This episode, we talk about four very simple things we've done - and totally for free - that help us keep tabs on everyone's plans and commitments, so we avoid most of the "Uh oh!" moments we used to have so often!

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747848/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/#commentsTue, 04 Oct 2016 10:55:11 +0000http://ultimateradioshow.com/?p=18668This is a data-driven society, or at least, it claims to be. “The surveys said” or “Research indicates,” or “Studies show” are assumed to be _proof_, but a famous politician observed that “There are lies, and there are damn lies, and there are statistics.” How can we look at news of the latest polling or […]

This is a data-driven society, or at least, it claims to be. “The surveys said” or “Research indicates,” or “Studies show” are assumed to be _proof_, but a famous politician observed that “There are lies, and there are damn lies, and there are statistics.”

How can we look at news of the latest polling or study and begin to discern what may be valid, and what may be false, in the daily flood of data? How can we sort out science from propaganda? How can we avoid being deceived or just misled by bad methods or bad intent?

Dr. Brian Ray, the founder and head researcher for the National Home Education Research Institute, talked with Hal at the HSLDA National Home School Leadership Conference, about things we should understand when confronted with “research.”

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https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/553747848/0/making-biblical-family-life-practical/feed/1This is a data-driven society, or at least, it claims to be. "The surveys said" or "Research indicates," or "Studies show" are assumed to be _proof_, but a famous politician observed that "There are lies, and there are damn lies,

This is a data-driven society, or at least, it claims to be. "The surveys said" or "Research indicates," or "Studies show" are assumed to be _proof_, but a famous politician observed that "There are lies, and there are damn lies, and there are statistics."

How can we look at news of the latest polling or study and begin to discern what may be valid, and what may be false, in the daily flood of data? How can we sort out science from propaganda? How can we avoid being deceived or just misled by bad methods or bad intent?

Dr. Brian Ray, the founder and head researcher for the National Home Education Research Institute, talked with Hal at the HSLDA National Home School Leadership Conference, about things we should understand when confronted with "research."

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